Ref. #9C7253 · 3002-7A
Chestnut Beach
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chestnut Beach Technical Profile
What color is Chestnut Beach? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9C7253. Colors similar to Chestnut Beach include PPG Cinnamon Twist, Benjamin Moore Penny, Vista Paint Burnished Caramel. Chestnut Beach has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Chestnut Beach creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Chestnut Beach pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Chestnut Beach
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chestnut Beach
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chestnut Beach
#9C7253
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7A47B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chestnut Beach
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chestnut Beach 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 Chestnut Beach.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chestnut Beach — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chestnut Beach have?
Chestnut Beach by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Chestnut Beach from other brands?
The closest matches are Cinnamon Twist by PPG (#9F7250), Penny by Benjamin Moore (#996F50), Burnished Caramel by Vista Paint (#997354). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Chestnut Beach?
Chestnut Beach has an LRV of 19.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chestnut Beach's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.