Timber works as a warm neutral anchor — pairs cleanly with most existing palettes and reads forgiving across lighting conditions. At LRV 33 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Skip it if you want a crisp, cool-modern look, or in rooms with heavy north light that can pull its warmth slightly muddy.
Ref. #AF9781 · 411-4DB
Timber
33%LRV Value
Timber Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Timber (411-4DB)? It's a medium warm brown — hex #AF9781, LRV 33. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Timber is Sherwin-Williams Mexican Sand — a near-identical match on the wall, with Behr Roasted Hazelnut and Sherwin-Williams Dormer Brown also close. Its LRV of 33 gives Timber depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Timber 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. At mid depth, Timber grounds a space without darkening it — it holds up on lower walls, kitchen islands, and as a wraparound where a lighter neutral would feel washed out. 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. At mid depth Timber holds its character across bulb temperatures, shifting only slightly warm under 2700K and slightly crisper under cool daylight.
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Colors Similar to Timber
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Mexican Sand
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Roasted Hazelnut
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Nearly identical
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Nearly identical
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Country Dweller
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Country Dweller
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Coffee Cake
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Weathered Wood
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Colors That Work With Timber
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Timber
#AF9781
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Timber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Timber 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 Timber.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Timber — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Timber from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Timber are Mexican Sand by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Roasted Hazelnut by Behr (a near-identical match), Dormer Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Timber's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Timber?
Timber has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.8, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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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.
Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Timber depends on the room. Here's how to choose.