Ref. #835E3B · LD100-02
Ancient Root
13%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ancient Root Technical Profile
What color is Ancient Root? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #835E3B. Colors similar to Ancient Root include Vista Paint Pinecone Path, Behr Spice Bazaar, Sherwin-Williams Jute Brown. Ancient Root has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Ancient Root 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, Ancient Root 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 Ancient Root
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancient Root
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Root
#835E3B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94935D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Root
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Root 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Ancient Root.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ancient Root — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Root have?
Ancient Root by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Ancient Root from other brands?
The closest matches are Pinecone Path by Vista Paint (#835D3D), Spice Bazaar by Behr (#866140), Jute Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#815D40). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ancient Root?
Ancient Root has an LRV of 13.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ancient Root's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.