Ref. #BC9B4E · DE5439
Brown Rum
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brown Rum Technical Profile
What color is Brown Rum? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #BC9B4E. Colors similar to Brown Rum include Behr Mojave Gold, Benjamin Moore Palace Ochre, Benjamin Moore Ochre. Brown Rum has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Brown Rum depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Brown Rum 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 Brown Rum
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brown Rum
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brown Rum
#BC9B4E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brown Rum
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brown Rum 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 Brown Rum.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brown Rum — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brown Rum have?
Brown Rum by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Brown Rum from other brands?
The closest matches are Mojave Gold by Behr (#BC9D4D), Palace Ochre by Benjamin Moore (#BC9A52), Ochre by Benjamin Moore (#BC9A52). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brown Rum?
Brown Rum has an LRV of 34.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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