Ref. #B88F75 · 2004-7C
Coffee Gelato
31%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Coffee Gelato Technical Profile
What color is Coffee Gelato? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #B88F75. Colors similar to Coffee Gelato include Hirshfield's Maple, Benjamin Moore Chadwick Brown, Behr Dune Drift. Coffee Gelato has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Coffee Gelato depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Coffee Gelato 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 Coffee Gelato
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coffee Gelato
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coffee Gelato
#B88F75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coffee Gelato
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coffee Gelato 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 Coffee Gelato.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coffee Gelato — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coffee Gelato have?
Coffee Gelato by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Coffee Gelato from other brands?
The closest matches are Maple by Hirshfield's (#B88E72), Chadwick Brown by Benjamin Moore (#B69178), Dune Drift by Behr (#B68B71). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Coffee Gelato?
Coffee Gelato has an LRV of 31.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Coffee Gelato's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.