Brown Cherry 1009-7 is a pink paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #81465D, LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Plum from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #81465D · 1009-7
Brown Cherry
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Brown Cherry Technical Profile
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Brown Cherry in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brown Cherry in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBrown Cherry
Nearly identical
PPGWild Plum
Wild Plum
PPG
Nearly identical
Bottle of Bordaux
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cheerful Wine
Behr
Nearly identical
Mahogany Cherry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Juneberry
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Plum Royale
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Crimson Velvet
Kilz
Very similar
Fine Burgundy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Berry Patch
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Preference Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Petal .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brown Cherry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brown Cherry
#81465D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#966A64
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brown Cherry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brown Cherry 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 Brown Cherry.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Brown Cherry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brown Cherry have?
Brown Cherry by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brown Cherry in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brown Cherry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brown Cherry are Wild Plum by PPG (a near-identical match), Wild Plum by PPG (a near-identical match), Bottle of Bordaux by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Brown Cherry'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 Brown Cherry?
Brown Cherry has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.8, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brown Cherry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.