Boston Brown Bread 8005-9G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #614632, LRV 7 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Java from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #614632 · 8005-9G
Boston Brown Bread
7%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Boston Brown Bread Technical Profile
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Boston Brown Bread in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Boston Brown Bread in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBoston Brown Bread
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsJava
Java
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hideaway
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ageless Bronze
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Breakfast Blend
Behr
Very similar
Ancient Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Hideaway
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bronze Amulet
PPG
Very similar
Northern Territory
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nut Brown
RAL
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Boston Brown Bread
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Boston Brown Bread
#614632
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#77744F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Boston Brown Bread
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Boston Brown Bread 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
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Boston Brown Bread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Boston Brown Bread have?
Boston Brown Bread 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 Boston Brown Bread in your own space before committing.
What colors match Boston Brown Bread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Boston Brown Bread are Java by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Hideaway by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Ageless Bronze by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Boston Brown Bread'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 Boston Brown Bread?
Boston Brown Bread has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Boston Brown Bread's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.