Creamy Mocha 8004-9E is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #967E71, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peppered Pecan from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #967E71 · 8004-9E
Creamy Mocha
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Creamy Mocha Technical Profile
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Creamy Mocha in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Creamy Mocha in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCreamy Mocha
Nearly identical
PPGPeppered Pecan
Peppered Pecan
PPG
Nearly identical
Taupetone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Flower Wood
Behr
Very similar
Book Binding
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mocha
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chocolate Almond
Kilz
Very similar
Emerging Leaf
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pale Palamino
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pelican Beak
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Creamy Mocha
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Creamy Mocha
#967E71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Creamy Mocha
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Creamy Mocha 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 Creamy Mocha.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Creamy Mocha — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Creamy Mocha have?
Creamy Mocha by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Creamy Mocha in your own space before committing.
What colors match Creamy Mocha from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Creamy Mocha are Peppered Pecan by PPG (a near-identical match), Wright Oak Bark by PPG (a near-identical match), Taupetone by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Creamy Mocha'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 Creamy Mocha?
Creamy Mocha has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Creamy Mocha's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.