Ref. #6A5245 · 8004-9F
Rue Bourbon
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rue Bourbon Technical Profile
What color is Rue Bourbon? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #6A5245. Colors similar to Rue Bourbon include Sherwin-Williams Plantation Shutters, Behr Well Bred Brown, Benjamin Moore Mocha Brown. Rue Bourbon has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Rue Bourbon 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, Rue Bourbon 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 Rue Bourbon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Plantation Shutters
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Well Bred Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Mocha Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Caramelized Walnut
PPG
Nearly identical
Ebony Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Deep Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Connoisseur
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Connoisseur
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rue Bourbon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rue Bourbon
#6A5245
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88815A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rue Bourbon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rue Bourbon 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 Rue Bourbon.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rue Bourbon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rue Bourbon have?
Rue Bourbon by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Rue Bourbon from other brands?
The closest matches are Plantation Shutters by Sherwin-Williams (#6A5143), Well Bred Brown by Behr (#6C5549), Mocha Brown by Benjamin Moore (#675041). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rue Bourbon?
Rue Bourbon has an LRV of 9.5, 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 Rue Bourbon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.