Ref. #6F5744 · 3011-8
Dark Earth
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Earth Technical Profile
What color is Dark Earth? It's a dark warm brown with the hex code #6F5744. Colors similar to Dark Earth include PPG Chocolate Truffle, Benjamin Moore Brown Tar, Dunn-Edwards Log Cabin. Dark Earth has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Dark Earth 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, Dark Earth 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 Dark Earth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Earth
#6F5744
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A875C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Earth 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 Dark Earth.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Earth have?
Dark Earth by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Dark Earth from other brands?
The closest matches are Chocolate Truffle by PPG (#6F5746), Brown Tar by Benjamin Moore (#6F5541), Log Cabin by Dunn-Edwards (#705A46). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dark Earth?
Dark Earth has an LRV of 10.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.