Canyon Sun 3001-5A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C78351, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caramel Bar from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C78351 · 3001-5A
Canyon Sun
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Canyon Sun Technical Profile
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Canyon Sun in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Canyon Sun in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCanyon Sun
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCaramel Bar
Caramel Bar
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peach Brandy
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gingerbread
PPG
Nearly identical
Sunny Horizon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Butter Rum
Behr
Nearly identical
Topaz Gemstone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Nutmeg Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Autumnal
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sunny Horizon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Canyon Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Canyon Sun
#C78351
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8B47A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Canyon Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Canyon Sun 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 Canyon Sun.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Canyon Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Canyon Sun have?
Canyon Sun by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Canyon Sun in your own space before committing.
What colors match Canyon Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Canyon Sun are Caramel Bar by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Peach Brandy by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Gingerbread by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Canyon Sun'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 Canyon Sun?
Canyon Sun has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, 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 Canyon Sun's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.