Big Apple 8006-2F is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8E8A81, LRV 26 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alloy from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8E8A81 · 8006-2F
Big Apple
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Big Apple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Big Apple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBig Apple
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAlloy
Alloy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Highland Country
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Timber Town
Behr
Nearly identical
Promising Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sultry Castle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Castle Gate
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Greystoke
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Winter Feather
PPG
Very similar
Chalk Suede
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 Big Apple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Big Apple
#8E8A81
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 Big Apple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Big Apple 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
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Big Apple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Big Apple have?
Big Apple by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Big Apple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Big Apple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Big Apple are Alloy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Highland Country by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Timber Town by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Big Apple'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 Big Apple?
Big Apple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.5, 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 Big Apple's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.