Warmed Cognac AF-235 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #975B3B, 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.
Ref. #975B3B · AF-235
Warmed Cognac
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Warmed Cognac Technical Profile
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Warmed Cognac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Warmed Cognac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreWarmed Cognac
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHarrison Rust
Harrison Rust
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Backroads Clay
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cinnamon Spice
PPG
Very similar
Hampton Beach
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Toffee Glaze
Valspar
Very similar
Autumn Abundance
Kilz
Very similar
Hampton Beach
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rookwood Terra Cotta
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Artisan
Behr
Very similar
Orange Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warmed Cognac
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Warmed Cognac.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Warmed Cognac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Warmed Cognac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warmed Cognac are Harrison Rust by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Warmed Cognac's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.