Ref. #5F6852 · 5007-4C
Boughs of Pine
13%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Boughs of Pine Technical Profile
What color is Boughs of Pine? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #5F6852. Colors similar to Boughs of Pine include Dunn-Edwards Italian Basil, Behr Sandwashed Driftwood, MPC Pine Bluff. Boughs of Pine has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Boughs of Pine creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Boughs of Pine 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 Boughs of Pine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Boughs of Pine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Boughs of Pine
#5F6852
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#638E5F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Boughs of Pine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Boughs of Pine 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 Boughs of Pine.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Boughs of Pine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Boughs of Pine have?
Boughs of Pine by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Boughs of Pine from other brands?
The closest matches are Italian Basil by Dunn-Edwards (#5F6957), Sandwashed Driftwood by Behr (#5E654C), Pine Bluff by MPC (#5C6655). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Boughs of Pine?
Boughs of Pine has an LRV of 12.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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