Ref. #A17F75 · 1008-9B
Clay Dusk
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Clay Dusk Technical Profile
What color is Clay Dusk? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #A17F75. Colors similar to Clay Dusk include Benjamin Moore Autumn Brown, Benjamin Moore Appalachian Spring, Benjamin Moore Santa Fe Tan. Clay Dusk has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Clay Dusk 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, Clay Dusk 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 Clay Dusk
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Autumn Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hickory Branch
Behr
Nearly identical
Hushed Auburn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rocky Mountain
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hickory Branch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Tattered Teddy
PPG
Very similar
Pale Palamino
Vista Paint
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clay Dusk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clay Dusk
#A17F75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA285
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clay Dusk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clay Dusk 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 Clay Dusk.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clay Dusk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clay Dusk have?
Clay Dusk by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Clay Dusk from other brands?
The closest matches are Autumn Brown by Benjamin Moore (#A27E72), Appalachian Spring by Benjamin Moore (#A58074), Santa Fe Tan by Benjamin Moore (#A08074). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Clay Dusk?
Clay Dusk has an LRV of 24.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Clay Dusk's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.