Rookwood Brown 2806 is a brown paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7F614A, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sassafras Tea from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F614A · 2806
Rookwood Brown
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rookwood Brown Technical Profile
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Rookwood Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rookwood Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRookwood Brown
Nearly identical
BehrSassafras Tea
Sassafras Tea
Behr
Nearly identical
Rodeo
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Distressed Leather
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Hidden Valley
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Caramel Nut
Kilz
Very similar
Mona's Mane
Valspar
Very similar
Fall in Season
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fall in Season
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fig Branches
PPG
Very similar
Pale Brown
RAL
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rookwood Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rookwood Brown
#7F614A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#979465
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rookwood Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rookwood 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
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More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rookwood Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rookwood Brown have?
Rookwood Brown by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rookwood Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rookwood Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rookwood Brown are Sassafras Tea by Behr (a near-identical match), Rich Walnut by Behr (a near-identical match), Rodeo by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rookwood 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 Rookwood Brown?
Rookwood Brown has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rookwood Brown's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.