Bateau Brown 6033 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7A5F5A, LRV 13 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is French Truffle from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A5F5A · 6033
Bateau Brown
13%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Bateau Brown Technical Profile
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Bateau Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bateau Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBateau Brown
Nearly identical
BehrFrench Truffle
French Truffle
Behr
Nearly identical
Raisin in the Sun
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Western Clay
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mystique Maroon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spicewood Brown
PPG
Very similar
Amazon Mist
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Velvet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Amazon Mist
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chocolate Torte
Kilz
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bateau Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bateau Brown
#7A5F5A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C8B6B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bateau Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bateau 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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Bateau Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bateau Brown have?
Bateau Brown by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bateau Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bateau Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bateau Brown are French Truffle by Behr (a near-identical match), Raisin in the Sun by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Secret Journal by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bateau 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 Bateau Brown?
Bateau Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bateau Brown's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.