Umber Rust 9100 is a brown paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #765138, LRV 10 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Saddle Brown from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #765138 · 9100
Umber Rust
10%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Umber Rust Technical Profile
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Umber Rust in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Umber Rust in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsUmber Rust
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSaddle Brown
Saddle Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Beige Brown
RAL
Nearly identical
Tamarind Fruit
Behr
Nearly identical
Western Pursuit
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Maple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brownstone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Yule Log
Kilz
Very similar
Molasses
PPG
Very similar
Rich Mocha
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Valspar
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Umber Rust
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Umber Rust
#765138
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#898458
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Umber Rust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Umber Rust 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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Umber Rust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Umber Rust have?
Umber Rust 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 Umber Rust in your own space before committing.
What colors match Umber Rust from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Umber Rust are Saddle Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Charleston Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Charleston by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Umber Rust'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 Umber Rust?
Umber Rust has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.0, 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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