Ref. #A39E97 · 1468
Willow Creek
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Willow Creek Technical Profile
What color is Willow Creek? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A39E97. Colors similar to Willow Creek include Behr Fashion Gray, Vista Paint Cloudy Today, Hirshfield's Cloudy Today. Willow Creek has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Willow Creek depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Willow Creek 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 Willow Creek
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Willow Creek
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Willow Creek
#A39E97
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Willow Creek
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Willow Creek 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 Willow Creek.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Willow Creek — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Willow Creek have?
Willow Creek by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Willow Creek from other brands?
The closest matches are Fashion Gray by Behr (#A29C95), Cloudy Today by Vista Paint (#A49E94), Cloudy Today by Hirshfield's (#A6A096). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Willow Creek?
Willow Creek has an LRV of 34.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Willow Creek's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.