Ref. #C16B47 · 070
Topaz
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Topaz Technical Profile
What color is Topaz? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #C16B47. Colors similar to Topaz include MPC Celosia Bloom, Dunn-Edwards Clay Pot, Behr Orange Liqueur. Topaz has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Topaz creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Topaz pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Topaz
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Topaz
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Topaz
#C16B47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7AB7B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Topaz
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Topaz 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 Topaz.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Topaz — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Topaz have?
Topaz by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Topaz from other brands?
The closest matches are Celosia Bloom by MPC (#C36C4B), Clay Pot by Dunn-Edwards (#C3663F), Orange Liqueur by Behr (#C76C4C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Topaz?
Topaz has an LRV of 22.3, 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 Topaz's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.