Ref. #71594E · 2003-9A
Brooklyn Brownstone
11%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brooklyn Brownstone Technical Profile
What color is Brooklyn Brownstone? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #71594E. Colors similar to Brooklyn Brownstone include Vista Paint Light Roast, Hirshfield's Wooden Nutmeg, Vista Paint Wooden Nutmeg. Brooklyn Brownstone has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Brooklyn Brownstone 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, Brooklyn Brownstone 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 Brooklyn Brownstone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Light Roast
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wooden Nutmeg
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Caramelized Walnut
PPG
Nearly identical
Bison
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Well Bred Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Deep Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Corinthian Bronze Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Chocolate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brooklyn Brownstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brooklyn Brownstone
#71594E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#918861
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brooklyn Brownstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brooklyn Brownstone 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 Brooklyn Brownstone.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brooklyn Brownstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brooklyn Brownstone have?
Brooklyn Brownstone by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Brooklyn Brownstone from other brands?
The closest matches are Light Roast by Vista Paint (#715A50), Wooden Nutmeg by Hirshfield's (#745C51), Wooden Nutmeg by Vista Paint (#735C51). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Brooklyn Brownstone?
Brooklyn Brownstone has an LRV of 11.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brooklyn Brownstone's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.