Ref. #C09056 · 6390
Bosc Pear
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bosc Pear Technical Profile
What color is Bosc Pear? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #C09056. Colors similar to Bosc Pear include Dunn-Edwards Ghost Town, Benjamin Moore Golden Retriever, Behr Radiance. Bosc Pear has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Bosc Pear depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Bosc Pear 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 Bosc Pear
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bosc Pear
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bosc Pear
#C09056
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bosc Pear
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bosc Pear 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 Bosc Pear.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bosc Pear — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bosc Pear have?
Bosc Pear by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Bosc Pear from other brands?
The closest matches are Ghost Town by Dunn-Edwards (#BB8E55), Golden Retriever by Benjamin Moore (#BB8C53), Radiance by Behr (#BB915B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bosc Pear?
Bosc Pear has an LRV of 31.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bosc Pear's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.