Fired Earth 6011-1 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #4B4845, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Pearl from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4B4845 · 6011-1
Fired Earth
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fired Earth Technical Profile
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Fired Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fired Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparFired Earth
Nearly identical
BehrBlack Pearl
Black Pearl
Behr
Nearly identical
Deepest Earth Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Black Bean
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dark Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Liquorice
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Subway
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Midsummer Night
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Black Fox
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blackened Kettle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Moss Glen
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fired Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fired Earth
#4B4845
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#75754E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fired Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fired 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 Fired Earth.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fired Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fired Earth have?
Fired Earth by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fired Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fired Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fired Earth are Black Pearl by Behr (a near-identical match), Black Mocha by Behr (a near-identical match), Warm Onyx by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fired 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 Fired Earth?
Fired Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.6, 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 Fired Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.