Ref. #70493C · 2101-10
Suede Brown
9%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Suede Brown Technical Profile
What color is Suede Brown? It's a dark warm red with the hex code #70493C. Colors similar to Suede Brown include Hirshfield's Evolution, Vista Paint Evoultion, MPC Valrhona Cocoa. Suede Brown has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Suede Brown creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Suede Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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.
#FFFFFF
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 belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Suede Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Evolution by Hirshfield's (#704A3D), Evoultion by Vista Paint (#714C3F), Valrhona Cocoa by MPC (#6D4A3E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Suede Brown?
Suede Brown has an LRV of 8.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
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.