Otter 6041 is a brown paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #56433B, estimated LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Espresso Bark from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #56433B · 6041
Otter
6%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Otter Technical Profile
HEX Code#56433B
RGB86, 67, 59
Estimated LRV6.3
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 Familybrown
BrandSherwin-Williams
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#55433C
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Colors That Work With Otter
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Otter
#56433B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#766E4E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Otter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Otter 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
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Otter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Otter have?
Otter by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Otter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Otter are Espresso Bark by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Dark Walnut by Behr (a close digital match), Barista by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Otter'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 Otter?
Otter has a estimated lightness value of 6.3, 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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