Epic 6008-3C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CBBD9C, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stone Guardians from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CBBD9C · 6008-3C
Epic
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Epic Technical Profile
HEX Code#CBBD9C
RGB203, 189, 156
Estimated LRV51.5
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 Familyorange
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 →
Stone Guardians
Sherwin-Williams
#CABA97
Close digital match
Castaway Beach
Hirshfield's
#D0C19F
Close digital match
Castaway Beach
Vista Paint
#CEC09C
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Tea Bag
Behr
#C7BB99
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Cyprus Grass
PPG
#C8BC99
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Bungalow Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
#CEBE9F
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Rustling Reed
Dutch Boy
#CEC19D
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Candle Glow
Benjamin Moore
#CEBD97
Close digital match
Cord
Farrow & Ball
#D6C39E
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#CDC196
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Colors That Work With Epic
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Epic
#CBBD9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Epic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Epic 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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Epic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Epic have?
Epic by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Epic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Epic are Stone Guardians by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Castaway Beach by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Castaway Beach by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Epic'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 Epic?
Epic has a estimated lightness value of 51.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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