Ref. #BA854D · 3003-5A
Amber Sienna
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Amber Sienna Technical Profile
What color is Amber Sienna? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #BA854D. Colors similar to Amber Sienna include Kilz Golden Sunrise, Sherwin-Williams Rookwood Amber, Dunn-Edwards Burmese Gold. Amber Sienna has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 28 gives Amber Sienna depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Amber Sienna 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 Amber Sienna
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Golden Sunrise
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rookwood Amber
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Burmese Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Orange Gold Met.
MPC
Very similar
Butterscotch Glaze
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cognac Snifter
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Almond Brittle
Behr
Very similar
Butterscotch Glaze
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amber Sienna
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amber Sienna
#BA854D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amber Sienna
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amber Sienna 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Amber Sienna.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amber Sienna — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amber Sienna have?
Amber Sienna by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Amber Sienna from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Sunrise by Kilz (#C08A4F), Rookwood Amber by Sherwin-Williams (#C08650), Burmese Gold by Dunn-Edwards (#BC8143). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Amber Sienna?
Amber Sienna has an LRV of 27.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Amber Sienna's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.