Ref. #785441 · historic-brownstone
Brownstone
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brownstone Technical Profile
What color is Brownstone? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #785441. Colors similar to Brownstone include Benjamin Moore Chocolate Truffle, Kilz Yule Log, Dunn-Edwards Rich Mocha. Brownstone has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Brownstone 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, Brownstone 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 Brownstone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brownstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brownstone
#785441
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E865E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brownstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brownstone 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Brownstone.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brownstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brownstone have?
Brownstone by Hirshfield's has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Brownstone from other brands?
The closest matches are Chocolate Truffle by Benjamin Moore (#795340), Yule Log by Kilz (#7C5641), Rich Mocha by Dunn-Edwards (#745342). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brownstone?
Brownstone has an LRV of 10.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brownstone's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.