Ref. #9D6F59 · 16-07
Southern Wood
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Southern Wood Technical Profile
What color is Southern Wood? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9D6F59. Colors similar to Southern Wood include Benjamin Moore Antique Copper, Benjamin Moore Toasted Pecan, Benjamin Moore Mountain Retreat. Southern Wood has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Southern Wood 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, Southern Wood 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 Southern Wood
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Southern Wood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Southern Wood
#9D6F59
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAA27F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Southern Wood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Southern Wood 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 Southern Wood.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Southern Wood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Southern Wood have?
Southern Wood by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Southern Wood from other brands?
The closest matches are Antique Copper by Benjamin Moore (#9D715A), Toasted Pecan by Benjamin Moore (#A36F58), Mountain Retreat by Benjamin Moore (#9D7360). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Southern Wood?
Southern Wood has an LRV of 19.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Southern Wood's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.