Ref. #4D4746 · 255
Tanner's Brown
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Tanner's Brown Technical Profile
What color is Tanner's Brown? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #4D4746. Colors similar to Tanner's Brown include Behr Warm Onyx, Benjamin Moore Deep Caviar, Behr Harvest Oak. Tanner's Brown has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Tanner's Brown creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Tanner's Brown 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 Tanner's Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tanner's Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tanner's Brown
#4D4746
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#77694F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tanner's Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tanner's 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
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Tanner's Brown.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tanner's Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tanner's Brown have?
Tanner's Brown by Farrow & Ball has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Tanner's Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Warm Onyx by Behr (#4C4846), Deep Caviar by Benjamin Moore (#4A4343), Harvest Oak by Behr (#524A48). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tanner's Brown?
Tanner's Brown has an LRV of 6.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tanner's Brown's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.