Ref. #AD8451 · 6131
Chamois
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chamois Technical Profile
What color is Chamois? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #AD8451. Colors similar to Chamois include PPG Pumpkin Spice, Behr Gold Plated, PPG Bread Basket. Chamois has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Chamois depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Chamois 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 Chamois
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chamois
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chamois
#AD8451
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAF82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chamois
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chamois 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 Chamois.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chamois — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chamois have?
Chamois by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Chamois from other brands?
The closest matches are Pumpkin Spice by PPG (#AC854E), Gold Plated by Behr (#AF814E), Bread Basket by PPG (#AB8659). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chamois?
Chamois has an LRV of 26.0, 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 Chamois's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.