Behr Ancient Root PPU4-20: Matches in 8 Brands + LRV 10

Ancient Root (PPU4-20) is a deep brown from Behr with a strong peach undertone. Its LRV is about 10.3 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Umber (99% match).

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LRV

10.3 · Very dark

Undertone

Peach · strong

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPU4-20

HEX

#70553D

RGB

112, 85, 61

HSL

28°, 29%, 34%

Family

Browns

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Ancient Root FAQ

What undertone does Ancient Root have?

Ancient Root is a deep brown with a strong peach undertone. Its color temperature is warm. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Ancient Root?

Ancient Root has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 10.3 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Ancient Root in other brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Umber (SW 6146), 99%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Umber (HGSW6146), 99%; Valspar: Leather & Lace (V088-6), 97%; Glidden: Molasses (PPG1079-7), 96%; Benjamin Moore: Kona (AF-165), 96%; PPG: Molasses (PPG1079-7), 95%; Dunn-Edwards: Log Cabin (DEA162), 92%; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), 77%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Ancient Root?

The HEX code of Ancient Root (PPU4-20) is #70553D, RGB 112, 85, 61. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.