Koala 8005-8D is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B5A79A, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coffee House from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B5A79A · 8005-8D
Koala
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Koala in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Koala in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparKoala
Nearly identical
KilzCoffee House
Coffee House
Kilz
Nearly identical
Grge Avenue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mesa Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Taupe View
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Utterly Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fossilwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
El Capitan
PPG
Nearly identical
Rocky Mountain Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Delicate Honeysweet
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Koala
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Koala
#B5A79A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Koala
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Koala 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 Koala.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Koala — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Koala have?
Koala 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 Koala in your own space before committing.
What colors match Koala from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Koala are Coffee House by Kilz (a near-identical match), Fawn Doe by Kilz (a near-identical match), Grge Avenue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Koala'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 Koala?
Koala has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.8, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Koala's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.