Dark Palomino 2011-2 is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C2653D, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clay Pot from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2653D · 2011-2
Dark Palomino
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Dark Palomino Technical Profile
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Dark Palomino in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Palomino in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDark Palomino
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsClay Pot
Clay Pot
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chivalry Copper
Behr
Nearly identical
Robust Orange
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lava Flow
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Topaz
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Old Copper Kettle
PPG
Very similar
Casa De Oro
Vista Paint
Very similar
Hot August
Kilz
Very similar
Casa De Oro
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Orange
RAL
Very similar
Wood .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Palomino
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Palomino
#C2653D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9AC79
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Palomino
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Palomino 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 Palomino.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Palomino — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Palomino have?
Dark Palomino by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Palomino in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Palomino from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Palomino are Clay Pot by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Chivalry Copper by Behr (a near-identical match), Robust Orange by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Palomino'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 Dark Palomino?
Dark Palomino has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.1, 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 Dark Palomino's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.