Sepia Brown 8014 is a brown paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #382C1E, estimated LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gondola from Valspar (a visible but close match), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
RAL · #382C1E · 8014
Sepia Brown
3%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sepia Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#382C1E
RGB56, 44, 30
Estimated LRV2.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandRAL
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#473D32
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Sepia Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sepia Brown
#382C1E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#515237
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sepia Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sepia 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
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Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sepia Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sepia Brown have?
Sepia Brown by RAL has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sepia Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sepia Brown are Gondola by Valspar (a close match), Bittersweet Chocolate by Benjamin Moore (a close match), Dark Clove by Sherwin-Williams (a close match) — the best options for getting Sepia Brown's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Sepia Brown?
Sepia Brown has a estimated lightness value of 2.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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