Ref. #996E5A · 1071-6
Prairie Fire
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Prairie Fire Technical Profile
What color is Prairie Fire? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #996E5A. Colors similar to Prairie Fire include Dunn-Edwards Monterey Brown, Benjamin Moore Antique Copper, Benjamin Moore Mountain Retreat. Prairie Fire has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Prairie Fire 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, Prairie Fire 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 Prairie Fire
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prairie Fire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prairie Fire
#996E5A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9A17D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prairie Fire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prairie Fire 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 Prairie Fire.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prairie Fire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prairie Fire have?
Prairie Fire by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Prairie Fire from other brands?
The closest matches are Monterey Brown by Dunn-Edwards (#946E5C), Antique Copper by Benjamin Moore (#9D715A), Mountain Retreat by Benjamin Moore (#9D7360). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Prairie Fire?
Prairie Fire has an LRV of 18.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Prairie Fire's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.