Java Bean 412-7DB is a brown paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #785B47, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grounded from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #785B47 · 412-7DB
Java Bean
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Java Bean in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Java Bean in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyJava Bean
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGrounded
Grounded
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rich Walnut
Behr
Nearly identical
Moderne Class
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Kona
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Brown
RAL
Nearly identical
Cowboy Hat
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brownstone
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chocolate Truffle
PPG
Very similar
Dapper
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mocha Madness
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Java Bean
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Java Bean
#785B47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#918D61
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Java Bean
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Java Bean 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Java Bean.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Java Bean — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Java Bean have?
Java Bean by Dutch Boy has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Java Bean in your own space before committing.
What colors match Java Bean from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Java Bean are Grounded by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rich Walnut by Behr (a near-identical match), Moderne Class by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Java Bean'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 Java Bean?
Java Bean has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Java Bean's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.