Ref. #382C1E · 8014
Sepia Brown
3%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sepia Brown Technical Profile
What color is Sepia Brown? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #382C1E. Sepia Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 3, Sepia Brown 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, Sepia Brown 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 Sepia Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Gondola
Valspar
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Bittersweet Chocolate
Benjamin Moore
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Dark Clove
Sherwin-Williams
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Carbon Copy
Vista Paint
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Wood .06
Colorhouse
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Bison Brown
Behr
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Film Noir
Hirshfield's
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Signal Jet Black
MPC
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sepia Brown
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
Pure 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
Similar RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Sepia Brown.
More brown colors from other brands
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 belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Sepia Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Gondola by Valspar (#473D32), Bittersweet Chocolate by Benjamin Moore (#443832), Dark Clove by Sherwin-Williams (#4C3D31). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sepia Brown?
Sepia Brown has an LRV of 2.7, 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 Sepia Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.