Ref. #B89E78 · 1086-5
Earthy Ocher
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Earthy Ocher Technical Profile
What color is Earthy Ocher? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #B89E78. Colors similar to Earthy Ocher include Hirshfield's Vintage Gold, MPC Victorian Gold Met., Sherwin-Williams Sugared Almond. Earthy Ocher has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Earthy Ocher depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Earthy Ocher 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 Earthy Ocher
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Vintage Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Victorian Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Sugared Almond
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Trench
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oxford Street
Behr
Nearly identical
Tan Hide
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Timeless Gold
Valspar
Nearly identical
Season Finale
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Earthy Ocher
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Earthy Ocher
#B89E78
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Earthy Ocher
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Earthy Ocher 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Earthy Ocher.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Earthy Ocher — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Earthy Ocher have?
Earthy Ocher by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Earthy Ocher from other brands?
The closest matches are Vintage Gold by Hirshfield's (#B79E78), Victorian Gold Met. by MPC (#BCA27D), Sugared Almond by Sherwin-Williams (#B49D7B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Earthy Ocher?
Earthy Ocher has an LRV of 36.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Earthy Ocher's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.