Ref. #B09168 · MP2949
Town Brown
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Town Brown Technical Profile
What color is Town Brown? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #B09168. Colors similar to Town Brown include Sherwin-Williams Baguette, Hirshfield's Tan Hide, PPG Creamy Caramel. Town Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Town Brown depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Town 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 Town Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Town Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Town Brown
#B09168
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Town Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Town 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Town Brown.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Town Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Town Brown have?
Town Brown by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Town Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Baguette by Sherwin-Williams (#B39167), Tan Hide by Hirshfield's (#AF926D), Creamy Caramel by PPG (#B3956C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Town Brown?
Town Brown has an LRV of 30.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Town Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.