Buckeye 8005-8G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5B4937, 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.
Ref. #5B4937 · 8005-8G
Buckeye
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buckeye Technical Profile
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Buckeye in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Buckeye in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBuckeye
Nearly identical
BehrRustic Tobacco
Rustic Tobacco
Behr
Nearly identical
Mud Pie
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Shady Side
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Van Dyke Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pumpernickel
PPG
Very similar
Coffee Grounds
Kilz
Very similar
Brown Suede
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Black Walnut
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Terra Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buckeye
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Buckeye.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Buckeye — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buckeye have?
Buckeye by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Buckeye in your own space before committing.
What colors match Buckeye from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Buckeye are Rustic Tobacco by Behr (a near-identical match), Mud Pie by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Shady Side by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Buckeye's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.