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Plymouth Brown

Benjamin Moore · HC-73

The Analysis

Plymouth Brown is a deep, grounded neutral that absorbs light rather than reflecting it. Because of its low LRV of 14.57, it will make a room feel more enclosed and intimate rather than open or airy.

It is best used as a high-impact accent color or to define a specific zone, like a library or a formal dining room. Using it on all four walls creates a moody, monochromatic cocoon that works best in secondary living spaces.

LRV 15

History & Origin

This shade leans heavily into a heritage aesthetic, reminiscent of the traditional earthy pigments found in colonial or early American interiors. It provides an authentic, period-appropriate look for historic renovations.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with warm, medium-tone woods like walnut or oak and unlacquered brass hardware for a classic look. If you prefer a modern edge, matte black fixtures will sharpen the color’s profile.

The Mood

This color provides a sense of stability and rest, acting as a weighted anchor in a busy household. It feels serious and restorative, perfect for spaces where you want to signal that it is time to slow down.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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