Turning Leaves works as a warm neutral anchor — pairs cleanly with most existing palettes and reads forgiving across lighting conditions. At LRV 27 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. #A6885D · 317-4DB
Turning Leaves
27%LRV Value
Turning Leaves Technical Profile
What color is Dutch Boy Turning Leaves (317-4DB)? It's a deep warm brown — hex #A6885D, LRV 27. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Turning Leaves is Benjamin Moore Mystic Gold — a near-identical match on the wall, with Benjamin Moore Deep Ochre and Dunn-Edwards Sugar Shack also close. Its LRV of 27 gives Turning Leaves depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Turning Leaves 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. As a deeper neutral, Turning Leaves reads as a confident anchor — strongest on accent walls, cabinetry, and moody whole rooms that get enough natural light to keep it from going flat. 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. Deeper neutrals can read close to black in low light, so preview Turning Leaves in the room's actual evening lighting, not just at midday.
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Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Nearly identical
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Colors That Work With Turning Leaves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Turning Leaves
#A6885D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Turning Leaves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Turning Leaves 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
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Turning Leaves — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Turning Leaves from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Turning Leaves are Mystic Gold by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Deep Ochre by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sugar Shack by Dunn-Edwards (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 Turning Leaves'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 Turning Leaves?
Turning Leaves has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.5, 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Turning Leaves depends on the room. Here's how to choose.