Deep Earth 6010-2 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #544B45, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tribal Drum from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #544B45 · 6010-2
Deep Earth
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Deep Earth Technical Profile
HEX Code#544B45
RGB84, 75, 69
Estimated LRV7.3
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Tribal Drum
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#514843
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Mink
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#524A46
Close digital match
Willow
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#574F49
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#504844
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Black Fox
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#4F4842
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#504A43
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#5B4F49
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PPG
#4F4A45
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#53453C
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Colors That Work With Deep Earth
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Earth
#544B45
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A7652
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep 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
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Deep Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Earth have?
Deep Earth by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Deep Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Earth are Tribal Drum by Behr (a close digital match), Mink by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Oiled Teak by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Deep Earth'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 Deep Earth?
Deep Earth has a estimated lightness value of 7.3, 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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