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Benjamin Moore Birchwood 1161

Birchwood

Benjamin Moore

1161

About Birchwood by Benjamin Moore

Birchwood 1161 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 23% and hue near 22° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 23%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #a47b64

RGB: 164, 123, 100

Hue22°

Saturation26%

Lightness52%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Birchwood from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Birchwood looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Birchwood 1161 a warm or cool color?
Birchwood by Benjamin Moore is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Birchwood?
Birchwood sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 22°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Birchwood?
Brightness is about 23%. Saturation is around 26%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 52%. Hue is close to 22°. The hex value is #a47b64. The RGB value is 164, 123, 100.
Is Birchwood better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Birchwood has brightness around 23%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with Birchwood?
You can match Birchwood with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Birchwood work best in a home?
Birchwood works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Birchwood compare to a pure white paint?
Birchwood is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Birchwood in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Birchwood in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Birchwood. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Birchwood. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.