Ref. #C7C3A4 · 6006-3C
Bayou Shade
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bayou Shade Technical Profile
What color is Bayou Shade? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #C7C3A4. Colors similar to Bayou Shade include Dunn-Edwards Sea Glass, PPG Northern Landscape, PPG Northern Landscape. Bayou Shade has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Bayou Shade sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Bayou Shade pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Bayou Shade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sea Glass
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Northern Landscape
PPG
Nearly identical
Lichen Stone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Essential Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Garden Hedge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Garden Hedge
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cooking Apple Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
California Avocado
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bayou Shade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bayou Shade
#C7C3A4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bayou Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bayou Shade 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 Bayou Shade.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bayou Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bayou Shade have?
Bayou Shade by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Bayou Shade from other brands?
The closest matches are Sea Glass by Dunn-Edwards (#C7C4A5), Northern Landscape by PPG (#C5C1A3), Northern Landscape by PPG (#C5C1A3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bayou Shade?
Bayou Shade has an LRV of 53.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bayou Shade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.