Ref. #833337 · 9695
Beetroot
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Beetroot Technical Profile
What color is Beetroot? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #833337. Colors similar to Beetroot include Valspar Heirloom Red, Kilz Oriental Red, Kilz Raging Bull. Beetroot has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Beetroot 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, Beetroot 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 Beetroot
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Beetroot
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Beetroot
#833337
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#937156
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Beetroot
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Beetroot 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Beetroot.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Beetroot — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Beetroot have?
Beetroot by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Beetroot from other brands?
The closest matches are Heirloom Red by Valspar (#7F3639), Oriental Red by Kilz (#7D3436), Raging Bull by Kilz (#883134). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Beetroot?
Beetroot has an LRV of 7.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Beetroot's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.