Canyon Sun 3001-5A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C78351, estimated 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.
Valspar · #C78351 · 3001-5A
Canyon Sun
29%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Canyon Sun Technical Profile
HEX Code#C78351
RGB199, 131, 81
Estimated LRV29.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Canyon Sun
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Canyon Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Canyon Sun are Caramel Bar by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Peach Brandy by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Gingerbread by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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