ColorplanBenjamin Moore Brownstone (CSP-240) is a very dark beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 6. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Black Fox (SW 7020), Farrow & Ball Mahogany (No.36) and Behr Black Mocha (PPU24-01). For trim, try Oyster (2115-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 6.0 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #4E433D |
| RGB | 78, 67, 61 |
| HSL | 21°, 12%, 27% |
About Brownstone
Brownstone (CSP-240) is a very dark beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 6, Brownstone 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 Brownstone'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 Mink (2112-10), it's cooler.
How Brownstone changes with the light
Brownstone 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
Brownstone will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Brownstone 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 Brownstone from feeling heavy, so deep colors work well here.
West-facing rooms
Brownstone will glow warmer in the late afternoon.
See Brownstone in real homes
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Brownstone 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.
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Brownstone questions
What undertone does Brownstone have?
Brownstone has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Brownstone's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Brownstone a light or dark color?
Brownstone has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 6.0 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 6, Brownstone absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Brownstone in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Black Fox SW 7020 (close, ΔE 2.7); Farrow & Ball: Mahogany No.36 (close, ΔE 3.4); Behr: Black Mocha PPU24-01 (close, ΔE 4.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Brownstone?
Try Oyster (2115-70) on trim and Wedding Veil (2125-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Brownstone's undertone.
Where does Brownstone work best?
Brownstone works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 6, Brownstone absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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