Brazen 8002-23G is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9F7111, LRV 19 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Medieval Gold from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9F7111 · 8002-23G
Brazen
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Brazen Technical Profile
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Brazen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brazen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBrazen
Very similar
BehrMedieval Gold
Medieval Gold
Behr
Very similar
Curly Willow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Golden Bark
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sconce Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hearth Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Golden Mist
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Rich and Rare
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Honey Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
Flea Market
Kilz
Visible difference
Cider Toddy
PPG
Visible difference
Grain .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brazen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brazen
#9F7111
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95A83B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brazen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brazen 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 Brazen.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brazen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brazen have?
Brazen by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brazen in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brazen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brazen are Medieval Gold by Behr (a very close match), Victorian Gold by Behr (a very close match), Goldenrod Tea by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Brazen'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 Brazen?
Brazen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brazen's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.