Classic Khaki 8004-18B is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E2CFB2, estimated LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Almond Cream from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #E2CFB2 · 8004-18B
Classic Khaki
64%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Classic Khaki Technical Profile
HEX Code#E2CFB2
RGB226, 207, 178
Estimated LRV64.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Almond Cream
PPG
#E1CFB2
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Muslin Tint
Hirshfield's
#E0CDB1
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Blond Wood
Benjamin Moore
#E3CFB0
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Sundew
Sherwin-Williams
#E1CDAE
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Muslin Tint
Vista Paint
#DECCAF
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Aebleskiver
Behr
#E6D3B6
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Barely Beige
Dutch Boy
#E3D2B6
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Inside Passage
Dunn-Edwards
#E0CFB5
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String
Farrow & Ball
#DDCDAE
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Colors That Work With Classic Khaki
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Khaki
#E2CFB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFB57D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Khaki
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Khaki 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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Classic Khaki — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Khaki have?
Classic Khaki by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Classic Khaki from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Khaki are Almond Cream by PPG (a close digital match), Muslin Tint by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Blond Wood by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Classic Khaki'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 Classic Khaki?
Classic Khaki has a estimated lightness value of 64.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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