Woodchuck 1016-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8E746C, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea Lion Brown from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E746C · 1016-6
Woodchuck
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Woodchuck Technical Profile
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Woodchuck in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Woodchuck in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWoodchuck
Nearly identical
ValsparSea Lion Brown
Sea Lion Brown
Valspar
Nearly identical
Leather Bound
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mocha Café
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mulberry Silk
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Elkhound
Behr
Very similar
Fine Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Riverbank
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cluster Fig
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Emerging Leaf
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Woodchuck
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Woodchuck
#8E746C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABA082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Woodchuck
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Woodchuck Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Woodchuck.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Woodchuck — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Woodchuck have?
Woodchuck by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Woodchuck in your own space before committing.
What colors match Woodchuck from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Woodchuck are Sea Lion Brown by Valspar (a near-identical match), Roadhouse Tavern by Valspar (a near-identical match), Leather Bound by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Woodchuck's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Woodchuck?
Woodchuck has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Woodchuck's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.