Artichoke 6003-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #928D82, LRV 27 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Highland Country from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #928D82 · 6003-2A
Artichoke
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Artichoke Technical Profile
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Artichoke in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Artichoke in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparArtichoke
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHighland Country
Highland Country
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Winter Feather
PPG
Nearly identical
Granite Cliff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Alloy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Smoked Truffle
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Timber Town
Behr
Nearly identical
Sultry Castle
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Camel's Hump
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Heirloom Brooch
Kilz
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Artichoke
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artichoke
#928D82
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artichoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artichoke 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Artichoke.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Artichoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artichoke have?
Artichoke by Valspar 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 Artichoke in your own space before committing.
What colors match Artichoke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Artichoke are Highland Country by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Winter Feather by PPG (a near-identical match), Stone Castle Greige by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Artichoke'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 Artichoke?
Artichoke has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Artichoke's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.