Boulder Beige 3001-10A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C1A995, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Transcend from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1A995 · 3001-10A
Boulder Beige
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Boulder Beige Technical Profile
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Boulder Beige in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Boulder Beige in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBoulder Beige
Nearly identical
PPGTranscend
Transcend
PPG
Nearly identical
Brown Teepee
Behr
Nearly identical
Trail Dust
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Swiss Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
10 Gallon Hat
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Venetian Portico
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Farmer'S Tan
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sand Trap
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Macadamia Brown
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Boulder Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Boulder Beige
#C1A995
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Boulder Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Boulder Beige 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 Boulder Beige.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Boulder Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Boulder Beige have?
Boulder Beige by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Boulder Beige in your own space before committing.
What colors match Boulder Beige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Boulder Beige are Transcend by PPG (a near-identical match), Brown Teepee by Behr (a near-identical match), French Pastry by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Boulder Beige'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 Boulder Beige?
Boulder Beige has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.9, 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 Boulder Beige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.