Ref. #806B5D · DE6069
Bannister Brown
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bannister Brown Technical Profile
What color is Bannister Brown? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #806B5D. Colors similar to Bannister Brown include Kilz Cocoa Truffle, PPG Warrior, Vista Paint Brown Town. Bannister Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Bannister Brown 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, Bannister Brown 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 Bannister Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bannister Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bannister Brown
#806B5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A09B70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bannister Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bannister 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Bannister Brown.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bannister Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bannister Brown have?
Bannister Brown by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Bannister Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Cocoa Truffle by Kilz (#7D6A5E), Warrior by PPG (#7D685B), Brown Town by Vista Paint (#7E6B5C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bannister Brown?
Bannister Brown has an LRV of 15.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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