Ref. #B4A07A · DE6173
Paper Sack
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Paper Sack Technical Profile
What color is Paper Sack? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #B4A07A. Colors similar to Paper Sack include Vista Paint Vintage Gold, Sherwin-Williams Tarnished Treasure, MPC Las Vegas Gold Met.. Paper Sack has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Paper Sack depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Paper Sack 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 Paper Sack
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Vintage Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tarnished Treasure
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Las Vegas Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Trench
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rich Reward
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sailor's Knot
PPG
Nearly identical
Oxford Street
Behr
Nearly identical
Glowing Dune
Valspar
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Paper Sack
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Paper Sack
#B4A07A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Paper Sack
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Paper Sack 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 Paper Sack.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Paper Sack — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Paper Sack have?
Paper Sack by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Paper Sack from other brands?
The closest matches are Vintage Gold by Vista Paint (#B59E75), Tarnished Treasure by Sherwin-Williams (#B9A47E), Las Vegas Gold Met. by MPC (#AF9D77). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Paper Sack?
Paper Sack has an LRV of 36.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Paper Sack's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.