Buckeye 8005-8G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5B4937, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rustic Tobacco from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #5B4937 · 8005-8G
Buckeye
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Buckeye Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B4937
RGB91, 73, 55
Estimated LRV7.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Buckeye
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Rustic Tobacco
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#5B4C3B
Close digital match
Mud Pie
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#5B4631
Close digital match
Shady Side
Vista Paint
#5F4A39
Close digital match
Van Dyke Brown
Sherwin-Williams
#564536
Close digital match
Taupe
Benjamin Moore
#5B4531
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Colors That Work With Buckeye
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buckeye
#5B4937
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#76764F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buckeye
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buckeye 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
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Buckeye — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buckeye have?
Buckeye by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Buckeye from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Buckeye are Rustic Tobacco by Behr (a close digital match), Mud Pie by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Shady Side by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Buckeye'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 Buckeye?
Buckeye has a estimated lightness value of 7.3, 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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