Suede Brown 2101-10 is a red paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #70493C, LRV 9 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Evolution from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #70493C · 2101-10
Suede Brown
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Suede Brown Technical Profile
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Suede Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Suede Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSuede Brown
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sEvolution
Evolution
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wendy Way
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bird House Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Deep Cherrywood
Behr
Nearly identical
Rugged Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Buckeye Nut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Buffalo Herd
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cowboy Suede
Valspar
Very similar
Ancient Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Signal Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Suede Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Suede Brown
#70493C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#867B59
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Suede Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Suede Brown Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Suede Brown.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Suede Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Suede Brown have?
Suede Brown by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Suede Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Suede Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Suede Brown are Evolution by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Wendy Way by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Bird House Brown by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Suede Brown's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Suede Brown?
Suede Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Suede Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.