Haute Hickory 8004-17F is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9C7A56, LRV 22 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cardboard from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9C7A56 · 8004-17F
Haute Hickory
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Haute Hickory Technical Profile
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Haute Hickory in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Haute Hickory in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparHaute Hickory
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCardboard
Cardboard
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Warm Praline
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Prince Paris
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Prince Paris
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Summerville Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Copper Haypenny
PPG
Nearly identical
Ancient Pottery
Behr
Nearly identical
Gingerbread
Kilz
Nearly identical
Acorn
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Brown Beige
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Haute Hickory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Haute Hickory
#9C7A56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8A87D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Haute Hickory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Haute Hickory 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
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Haute Hickory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Haute Hickory have?
Haute Hickory by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Haute Hickory in your own space before committing.
What colors match Haute Hickory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Haute Hickory are Cardboard by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Warm Praline by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Prince Paris by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Haute Hickory'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 Haute Hickory?
Haute Hickory has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.7, 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 Haute Hickory's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.