Warmed Cognac AF-235 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #975B3B, estimated LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Harrison Rust from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #975B3B · AF-235
Warmed Cognac
14%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Warmed Cognac Technical Profile
HEX Code#975B3B
RGB151, 91, 59
Estimated LRV14.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Warmed Cognac
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warmed Cognac
#975B3B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A39962
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warmed Cognac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warmed Cognac 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
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Warmed Cognac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warmed Cognac have?
Warmed Cognac by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Warmed Cognac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warmed Cognac are Harrison Rust by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Backroads Clay by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Cinnamon Spice by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Warmed Cognac'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 Warmed Cognac?
Warmed Cognac has a estimated lightness value of 14.4, 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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