Ref. #665C46 · 1102-7
Pine Cone
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pine Cone Technical Profile
What color is Pine Cone? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #665C46. Colors similar to Pine Cone include Sherwin-Williams Nettle, Behr Squirrels Nest, Vista Paint Hannover Hills. Pine Cone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Pine Cone 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, Pine Cone 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 Pine Cone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pine Cone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pine Cone
#665C46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D8659
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pine Cone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pine Cone 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 Pine Cone.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pine Cone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pine Cone have?
Pine Cone by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Pine Cone from other brands?
The closest matches are Nettle by Sherwin-Williams (#665B44), Squirrels Nest by Behr (#665E49), Hannover Hills by Vista Paint (#665A44). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pine Cone?
Pine Cone has an LRV of 10.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pine Cone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.