Ref. #786957 · 6152
Superior Bronze
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Superior Bronze Technical Profile
What color is Superior Bronze? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #786957. Colors similar to Superior Bronze include Vista Paint CrËme de Caramel, Valspar Treetrunk, PPG Curlew. Superior Bronze has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Superior Bronze 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, Superior Bronze 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 Superior Bronze
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Superior Bronze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Superior Bronze
#786957
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#989A68
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Superior Bronze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Superior Bronze 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 Superior Bronze.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Superior Bronze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Superior Bronze have?
Superior Bronze by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Superior Bronze from other brands?
The closest matches are CrËme de Caramel by Vista Paint (#7A6B57), Treetrunk by Valspar (#77695A), Curlew by PPG (#766859). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Superior Bronze?
Superior Bronze has an LRV of 14.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Superior Bronze's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.