Fiddlesticks 8004-17D is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C9AA87, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coastal Sand from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9AA87 · 8004-17D
Fiddlesticks
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fiddlesticks Technical Profile
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Fiddlesticks in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fiddlesticks in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparFiddlesticks
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sCoastal Sand
Coastal Sand
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Camel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Davanzo Beige
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coastal Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wright Dark Eggshell
PPG
Nearly identical
Toasted Grain
Behr
Nearly identical
Dromedary Camel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Suncoast
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Peanut Shell
Kilz
Nearly identical
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fiddlesticks
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fiddlesticks
#C9AA87
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fiddlesticks
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fiddlesticks 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 Fiddlesticks.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fiddlesticks — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fiddlesticks have?
Fiddlesticks by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fiddlesticks in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fiddlesticks from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fiddlesticks are Coastal Sand by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Camel by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Davanzo Beige by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fiddlesticks'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 Fiddlesticks?
Fiddlesticks has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fiddlesticks's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.