Ivory Brown 6006-1C is a beige paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BCB0A1, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Discover from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BCB0A1 · 6006-1C
Ivory Brown
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ivory Brown Technical Profile
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Ivory Brown in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ivory Brown in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparIvory Brown
Nearly identical
PPGDiscover
Discover
PPG
Nearly identical
Balanced Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pasha Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Grayed Pebble
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Marshy Habitat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pismo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stucco Relief
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cottage Stone
Kilz
Nearly identical
Marshy Habitat
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Roasted Macadamia
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ivory Brown
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Ivory Brown.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ivory Brown in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ivory Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ivory Brown are Discover by PPG (a near-identical match), Balanced Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Pasha Brown by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ivory Brown's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.