Groundbreaking 8005-8F is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #786C5E, LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Exposed from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #786C5E · 8005-8F
Groundbreaking
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Groundbreaking Technical Profile
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Groundbreaking in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Groundbreaking in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGroundbreaking
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyExposed
Exposed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sleeping Giant
PPG
Nearly identical
Hitching Post
Kilz
Nearly identical
Smoked Oak Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Woodcliff Lake
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Brainstorm Bronze
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Portobello
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Portobello
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Opus
Behr
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Groundbreaking
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Groundbreaking
#786C5E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9B9D6C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Groundbreaking
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Groundbreaking 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 Groundbreaking.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Groundbreaking — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Groundbreaking have?
Groundbreaking 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 Groundbreaking in your own space before committing.
What colors match Groundbreaking from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Groundbreaking are Exposed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sleeping Giant by PPG (a near-identical match), Hitching Post by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Groundbreaking'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 Groundbreaking?
Groundbreaking has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.5, 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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Why Groundbreaking's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.