Bidwell Brown DET698 is a neutral paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #B19C8F, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Postmodern Mauve from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B19C8F · DET698
Bidwell Brown
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bidwell Brown Technical Profile
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Bidwell Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bidwell Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBidwell Brown
Nearly identical
BehrPostmodern Mauve
Postmodern Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Free Wheeling
Valspar
Nearly identical
Whispering Woods
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dead Salmon
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cozy Cover
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Trusty Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Creamy Hot Cocoa
PPG
Very similar
Cozy Cover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gray Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clove
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bidwell Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bidwell Brown
#B19C8F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bidwell Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bidwell 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
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Bidwell Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bidwell Brown have?
Bidwell Brown by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bidwell Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bidwell Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bidwell Brown are Postmodern Mauve by Behr (a near-identical match), Free Wheeling by Valspar (a near-identical match), Whispering Woods by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bidwell 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 Bidwell Brown?
Bidwell Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bidwell Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.