ColorplanBenjamin Moore Long Valley Birch (1021) is a very dark beige with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 18. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Broccoli Brown (No.198) and Behr Mocha Latte (PPU5-04). For trim, try Vintage Taupe (2110-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 18.4 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #887361 |
| RGB | 136, 115, 97 |
| HSL | 28°, 17%, 46% |
About Long Valley Birch
Long Valley Birch (1021) is a very dark beige from Benjamin Moore with a warm peach undertone. With an LRV of 18, Long Valley Birch 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 Long Valley Birch's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. Next to Maple Shadows (1022), it's lighter.
How Long Valley Birch changes with the light
Long Valley Birch has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Long Valley Birch's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Long Valley Birch 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 Long Valley Birch can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Long Valley Birch will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Long Valley Birch in real homes
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Long Valley Birch 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: Poised Taupe (ΔE 6.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Long Valley Birch questions
What undertone does Long Valley Birch have?
Long Valley Birch has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Long Valley Birch's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Long Valley Birch a light or dark color?
Long Valley Birch has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 18.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a very dark color. With an LRV of 18, Long Valley Birch absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
What is the closest match to Long Valley Birch in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Anonymous SW 7046 (closest available, ΔE 6.8); Farrow & Ball: Broccoli Brown No.198 (close, ΔE 3.5); Behr: Mocha Latte PPU5-04 (very close, ΔE 1.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Long Valley Birch?
Try Vintage Taupe (2110-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Long Valley Birch's undertone.
Where does Long Valley Birch work best?
Long Valley Birch works well in bedrooms, offices, accent walls and kitchen cabinets. With an LRV of 18, Long Valley Birch absorbs most light. It creates a dramatic, enveloping look and suits accent walls, cabinetry and well-lit rooms.
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