Ivory Brown 6006-1C is a beige paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BCB0A1, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Discover from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #BCB0A1 · 6006-1C
Ivory Brown
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ivory Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#BCB0A1
RGB188, 176, 161
Estimated LRV44.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybeige
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Discover
PPG
#BDB0A0
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#C0B2A2
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Pasha Brown
Behr
#C0B4A4
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Grayed Pebble
Dutch Boy
#C0B2A1
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Marshy Habitat
Hirshfield's
#B8AEA2
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Pismo
Benjamin Moore
#B8AB9B
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Stucco Relief
Dunn-Edwards
#BCB19F
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Cottage Stone
Kilz
#B8AB9A
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Marshy Habitat
Vista Paint
#B6AD9F
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Roasted Macadamia
Farrow & Ball
#C6BAAA
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Colors That Work With Ivory Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ivory Brown
#BCB0A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ivory Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ivory 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
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Ivory Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ivory Brown have?
Ivory Brown by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ivory Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ivory Brown are Discover by PPG (a close digital match), Balanced Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Pasha Brown by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ivory Brown'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 Ivory Brown?
Ivory Brown has a estimated lightness value of 44.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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