Ref. #D7AA60 · DE5368
Brown Wood
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brown Wood Technical Profile
What color is Brown Wood? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D7AA60. Colors similar to Brown Wood include Kilz Heart Of Gold, Vista Paint Cat's Eye Marble, Hirshfield's Cat's Eye Marble. Brown Wood has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Brown Wood depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Brown Wood
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brown Wood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brown Wood
#D7AA60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5BE74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brown Wood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brown Wood 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 Wood.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brown Wood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brown Wood have?
Brown Wood by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Brown Wood from other brands?
The closest matches are Heart Of Gold by Kilz (#D5A95F), Cat's Eye Marble by Vista Paint (#D6A85F), Cat's Eye Marble by Hirshfield's (#D6A75D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brown Wood?
Brown Wood has an LRV of 44.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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