Whitall Brown HC-69 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #7C6D5E, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Portobello from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #7C6D5E · HC-69
Whitall Brown
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Whitall Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#7C6D5E
RGB124, 109, 94
Estimated LRV16.0
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Whitall Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whitall Brown
#7C6D5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F9F6E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whitall Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whitall 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
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Whitall Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whitall Brown have?
Whitall Brown by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Whitall Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whitall Brown are Portobello by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Portobello by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Groundbreaking by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Whitall Brown'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 Whitall Brown?
Whitall Brown has a estimated lightness value of 16.0, 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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