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Benjamin Moore Brown 2099-10

Brown

Benjamin Moore

2099-10

About Brown by Benjamin Moore

Brown 2099-10 by Benjamin Moore is a dark warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 8% and hue near 17° for steady results across rooms. Bold pick for accents, dining rooms, or small cozy spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 8.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #6e493a

RGB: 110, 73, 58

Hue17°

Saturation31%

Lightness33%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Brown

Benjamin Moore

2099-10

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Brown 2099-10 a warm or cool color?
Brown 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 Brown?
Brown sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 17°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Brown?
Brightness is about 8%. Saturation is around 31%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 33%. Hue is close to 17°. The hex value is #6e493a. The RGB value is 110, 73, 58.
Is Brown better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Brown has brightness around 8%. 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 Brown?
You can match Brown 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 Brown work best in a home?
Brown 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 Brown compare to a pure white paint?
Brown 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 Brown in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Brown

Benjamin Moore

2099-10

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Brown

Benjamin Moore

2099-10

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Brown

Benjamin Moore

2099-10

Alternate Colors by other brands

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

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