Ref. #756761 · 6040
Less Brown
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Less Brown Technical Profile
What color is Less Brown? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #756761. Colors similar to Less Brown include Farrow & Ball London Clay, Behr Oakwood Brown, PPG Bold Brandy. Less Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Less Brown 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, Less Brown 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 Less Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Less Brown
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
Pure 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
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 Less Brown.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Less Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Less Brown have?
Less Brown by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Less Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are London Clay by Farrow & Ball (#786963), Oakwood Brown by Behr (#796962), Bold Brandy by PPG (#796660). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Less Brown?
Less Brown has an LRV of 14.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Less Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.