Broccoli Brown 198 is a gray paint color from Farrow & Ball. It has a hex value of #827462, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sandy Shoes from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #827462 · 198
Broccoli Brown
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Broccoli Brown Technical Profile
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Broccoli Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Broccoli Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Farrow & BallBroccoli Brown
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSandy Shoes
Sandy Shoes
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sandy Shoes
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Rustic Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Le Chateau Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Library Pewter
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grange Hall
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mocha Latte
Behr
Nearly identical
Hooting Owl
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Olive Sawdust
Valspar
Very similar
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Broccoli Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Broccoli Brown
#827462
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0A374
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Broccoli Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Broccoli Brown 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 Farrow & Ball Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Broccoli Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Broccoli Brown have?
Broccoli Brown by Farrow & Ball has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Broccoli Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Broccoli Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Broccoli Brown are Sandy Shoes by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Sandy Shoes by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Rustic Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Broccoli Brown'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 Broccoli Brown?
Broccoli Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.1, 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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