Crumbling Cork 8003-19E is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A38365, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Meadowlark from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A38365 · 8003-19E
Crumbling Cork
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Crumbling Cork Technical Profile
HEX Code#A38365
RGB163, 131, 101
Estimated LRV25.0
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 Familyyellow
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Crumbling Cork
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crumbling Cork
#A38365
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crumbling Cork
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crumbling Cork 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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Crumbling Cork — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crumbling Cork have?
Crumbling Cork by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Crumbling Cork from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crumbling Cork are Meadowlark by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Hopsack by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Brown Trout by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crumbling Cork'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 Crumbling Cork?
Crumbling Cork has a estimated lightness value of 25.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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