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Sherwin-Williams Aurora Brown
SW 2837 · #6A4238 · LRV 7.2
Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Natural Brown is a 97% matchAurora Brown (SW 2837) is a deep brown from Sherwin-Williams. Its LRV is about 7.2 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Natural Brown (97% match).
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LRV
7.2 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
SW 2837
HEX
#6A4238
RGB
106, 66, 56
HSL
12°, 31%, 32%
Family
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Aurora Brown FAQ
What is the LRV of Aurora Brown?
Aurora Brown has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7.2 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 Aurora Brown in other brands?
Benjamin Moore: Natural Brown (2103-10), 97%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Vintage Leather (HGSW6062), 96%; Valspar: Western Brown (2009-9), 96%; Dunn-Edwards: Sunken Ship (DEA148), 96%; PPG: Bird House Brown (PPG1072-7), 94%; Glidden: Bird House Brown (PPG1072-7), 93%; Behr: Dark Cherry Mocha (S170-7), 90%; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), 84%. 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 Aurora Brown?
The HEX code of Aurora Brown (SW 2837) is #6A4238, RGB 106, 66, 56. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.