Ref. #564536 · 7041
Van Dyke Brown
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Van Dyke Brown Technical Profile
What color is Van Dyke Brown? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #564536. Colors similar to Van Dyke Brown include Behr Moose Trail, Kilz Coffee Grounds, Valspar Buckeye. Van Dyke Brown has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Van Dyke 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, Van Dyke 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 Van Dyke Brown
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Van Dyke Brown
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Van Dyke Brown
#564536
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#73714C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Van Dyke Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Van Dyke 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 Van Dyke Brown.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Van Dyke Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Van Dyke Brown have?
Van Dyke Brown by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Van Dyke Brown from other brands?
The closest matches are Moose Trail by Behr (#594638), Coffee Grounds by Kilz (#57463A), Buckeye by Valspar (#5B4937). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Van Dyke Brown?
Van Dyke Brown has an LRV of 6.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Van Dyke Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.