Java (2106-10) is a deep brown from Benjamin Moore with a strong peach undertone. Its LRV is about 8.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Valspar Brooklyn Brownstone (98% match).

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LRV

8.2 · Very dark

Undertone

Peach · strong

Temperature

Warm

Code

2106-10

HEX

#684A3B

RGB

104, 74, 59

HSL

20°, 28%, 32%

Family

Browns

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Java FAQ

What undertone does Java have?

Java 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 Java?

Java has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 8.2 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 Java in other brands?

Valspar: Brooklyn Brownstone (2003-9A), 98%; Behr: Brown Velvet (N160-7), 94%; Sherwin-Williams: Java (SW 6090), 94%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Java (HGSW6090), 94%; Glidden: Bird House Brown (PPG1072-7), 94%; PPG: Fudge (PPG1073-7), 94%; Dunn-Edwards: Buffalo Herd (DE6056), 92%; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), 81%. 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 Java?

The HEX code of Java (2106-10) is #684A3B, RGB 104, 74, 59. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.