Grecian Helmet 3006-9A is a brown paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #826D4F, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Library Oak from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #826D4F · 3006-9A
Grecian Helmet
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Grecian Helmet Technical Profile
HEX Code#826D4F
RGB130, 109, 79
Estimated LRV16.2
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 Familybrown
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Grecian Helmet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grecian Helmet
#826D4F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#979B69
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grecian Helmet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grecian Helmet 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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Grecian Helmet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grecian Helmet have?
Grecian Helmet by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Grecian Helmet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grecian Helmet are Library Oak by Behr (a close digital match), Ground Nutmeg by PPG (a close digital match), Golden Freesia by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Grecian Helmet'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 Grecian Helmet?
Grecian Helmet has a estimated lightness value of 16.2, 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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