Ref. #9C8682 · 1004-9C
Irish Tea
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Irish Tea Technical Profile
What color is Irish Tea? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #9C8682. Colors similar to Irish Tea include Sherwin-Williams Cocoa Berry, Behr Pink Granite, Benjamin Moore Wet Concrete. Irish Tea has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Irish Tea depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Irish Tea 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 Irish Tea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Irish Tea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Irish Tea
#9C8682
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9F85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Irish Tea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Irish Tea 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 Irish Tea.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Irish Tea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Irish Tea have?
Irish Tea by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Irish Tea from other brands?
The closest matches are Cocoa Berry by Sherwin-Williams (#A08882), Pink Granite by Behr (#9C8484), Wet Concrete by Benjamin Moore (#9D8A8A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Irish Tea?
Irish Tea has an LRV of 25.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Irish Tea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.