ColorplanBenjamin Moore Charlton Brown (CW-265) is a very dark red with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 7. For trim, try Frosted Petal (2089-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Red |
| LRV | 6.5 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #693D2D |
| RGB | 105, 61, 45 |
| HSL | 16°, 40%, 29% |
About Charlton Brown
Charlton Brown (CW-265) is a very dark, medium-strength red from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 7, Charlton 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 Charlton 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 Natural Brown (2103-10), it's warmer and more colorful.
How Charlton Brown changes with the light
Charlton 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
Charlton Brown will read even deeper in north light: great for a cozy, enveloping room, less so if you want it bright.
East-facing rooms
Charlton Brown will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Charlton Brown can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Charlton Brown will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Charlton Brown in real homes
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Charlton 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.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 6.8
Also close: Rookwood Red (ΔE 7.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 8.1
Also close: Preference Red (ΔE 10.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.0
Also close: Red Pepper (ΔE 6.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Charlton Brown questions
What undertone does Charlton Brown have?
Charlton Brown has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Charlton Brown's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Charlton Brown a light or dark color?
Charlton Brown has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 6.5 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 7, Charlton 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 Charlton Brown in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Fireweed SW 6328 (closest available, ΔE 6.8); Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red No.56 (closest available, ΔE 8.1); 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 Charlton Brown?
Try Frosted Petal (2089-70) on trim and Pink Essence (881) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Charlton Brown's undertone.
Where does Charlton Brown work best?
Charlton Brown works well in accent walls, front doors, cabinetry and powder rooms. With an LRV of 7, Charlton Brown absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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