ColorplanBenjamin Moore Bison Brown (2113-30) is a very dark red with a soft pink undertone and an LRV of 8. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Carnelian (SW 7580). For trim, try Pink Essence (881).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 8.3 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #664B47 |
| RGB | 102, 75, 71 |
| HSL | 8°, 18%, 34% |
About Bison Brown
Bison Brown (2113-30) is a very dark red from Benjamin Moore with a soft pink undertone. With an LRV of 8, Bison Brown absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Bison Brown's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. Next to Townsend Harbor Brown (HC-64), it's lighter.
How Bison Brown changes with the light
Bison Brown is a deep color. In north-facing or dim rooms it reads darker and cozier; in south-facing rooms it shows more of its color. Either can work, depending on the mood you want.
North-facing rooms
Bison Brown will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Bison Brown will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
South light keeps Bison Brown from feeling heavy, so deep colors work well here.
West-facing rooms
Bison Brown will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Bison Brown in real homes
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Bison Brown equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.0
Also close: Preference Red (ΔE 6.7)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.0
Also close: Rumors (ΔE 7.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Bison Brown questions
What undertone does Bison Brown have?
Bison Brown has a soft pink undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Bison Brown's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Bison Brown a light or dark color?
Bison Brown has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 8.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 8, Bison Brown absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Bison Brown in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Carnelian SW 7580 (close, ΔE 4.9); Farrow & Ball: Brinjal No.222 (closest available, ΔE 5.0); Behr: Chipotle Paste PPU2-01 (closest available, ΔE 6.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Bison Brown?
Try Pink Essence (881) on trim and Oyster (2115-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Bison Brown's undertone.
Where does Bison Brown work best?
Bison Brown works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 8, Bison Brown absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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