Ref. #43493F · CC-692
Topsoil
6%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Topsoil Technical Profile
What color is Topsoil? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #43493F. Colors similar to Topsoil include Sherwin-Williams Foxhall Green, Sherwin-Williams Laurel Woods, Sherwin-Williams Ripe Olive. Topsoil has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Topsoil 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, Topsoil 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 Topsoil
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Topsoil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Topsoil
#43493F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B704F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Topsoil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Topsoil 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 Topsoil.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Topsoil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Topsoil have?
Topsoil by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Topsoil from other brands?
The closest matches are Foxhall Green by Sherwin-Williams (#454B40), Laurel Woods by Sherwin-Williams (#44493D), Ripe Olive by Sherwin-Williams (#44483D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Topsoil?
Topsoil has an LRV of 6.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Topsoil's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.