Less Brown 6040 is a gray paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #756761, estimated LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Embarked from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #756761 · 6040
Less Brown
14%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Less Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#756761
RGB117, 103, 97
Estimated LRV14.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Less Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Less Brown
#756761
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D936C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Less Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Less Brown Room Palettes
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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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Less Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Less Brown have?
Less Brown by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Less Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Less Brown are Embarked by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Oakwood Brown by Behr (a close digital match), Bold Brandy by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Less 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 Less Brown?
Less Brown has a estimated lightness value of 14.3, 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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