Greek Amber 2006-5B is a brown paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C28D6C, LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hitching Post from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C28D6C · 2006-5B
Greek Amber
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Greek Amber Technical Profile
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Greek Amber in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Greek Amber in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGreek Amber
Nearly identical
PPGHitching Post
Hitching Post
PPG
Nearly identical
Frontenac
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ferrous
Behr
Nearly identical
Oak Creek
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Foxtail
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Peanut Brittle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Very similar
Ginger Nut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Peanut Brittle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Adobe Bricks
Kilz
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Greek Amber
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Greek Amber
#C28D6C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2AC80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Greek Amber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Greek Amber 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 Greek Amber.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Greek Amber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Greek Amber have?
Greek Amber by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Greek Amber in your own space before committing.
What colors match Greek Amber from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Greek Amber are Hitching Post by PPG (a near-identical match), Frontenac by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tuscany by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Greek Amber'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 Greek Amber?
Greek Amber has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Greek Amber's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.