Ref. #786557 · 3003-9A
Humboldt Earth
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Humboldt Earth Technical Profile
What color is Humboldt Earth? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #786557. Colors similar to Humboldt Earth include Vista Paint Cameroon Bay, Sherwin-Williams Cobble Brown, Behr Chalet. Humboldt Earth has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 14, Humboldt Earth creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Humboldt Earth pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Humboldt Earth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Humboldt Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Humboldt Earth
#786557
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9A9668
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Humboldt Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Humboldt 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 Humboldt Earth.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Humboldt Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Humboldt Earth have?
Humboldt Earth by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Humboldt Earth from other brands?
The closest matches are Cameroon Bay by Vista Paint (#7B6656), Cobble Brown by Sherwin-Williams (#7A6455), Chalet by Behr (#7B695D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Humboldt Earth?
Humboldt Earth has an LRV of 14.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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