Clay Dusk 1008-9B is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A17F75, estimated LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Autumn Brown from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A17F75 · 1008-9B
Clay Dusk
24%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Clay Dusk Technical Profile
HEX Code#A17F75
RGB161, 127, 117
Estimated LRV24.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Colors That Work With Clay Dusk
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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
Digital 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
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Clay Dusk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clay Dusk have?
Clay Dusk by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Clay Dusk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clay Dusk are Autumn Brown by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Appalachian Spring by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Santa Fe Tan by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Clay Dusk'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 Clay Dusk?
Clay Dusk has a estimated lightness value of 24.0, 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 Clay Dusk's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.