Caramelized Onion 2008-9B is a brown paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #937F6C, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sofisticata from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #937F6C · 2008-9B
Caramelized Onion
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Caramelized Onion Technical Profile
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Caramelized Onion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Caramelized Onion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCaramelized Onion
Nearly identical
BehrSofisticata
Sofisticata
Behr
Nearly identical
Vintage Finds
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Java ‘n Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Weathered Shingle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Chocolate Moment
PPG
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Leather Pouch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Taupe Fedora
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dusty Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Colors That Work With Caramelized Onion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Caramelized Onion
#937F6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Caramelized Onion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Caramelized Onion 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 Caramelized Onion.
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Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Caramelized Onion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Caramelized Onion have?
Caramelized Onion by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Caramelized Onion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Caramelized Onion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Caramelized Onion are Sofisticata by Behr (a near-identical match), Sofisticata by Behr (a near-identical match), Sturdy Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Caramelized Onion'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 Caramelized Onion?
Caramelized Onion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.5, 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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Why Caramelized Onion's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.