Labrador 3009-9 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5E534F, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bittersweet Brown from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5E534F · 3009-9
Labrador
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Labrador Technical Profile
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Labrador in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Labrador in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLabrador
Nearly identical
KilzBittersweet Brown
Bittersweet Brown
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gargoyle
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Topeka Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gardeners Soil
Behr
Nearly identical
Deep Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metropolis
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chocolate Pretzel
PPG
Very similar
Ashen
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Labrador
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Labrador
#5E534F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#867C5A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Labrador
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Labrador 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 Labrador.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Labrador — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Labrador have?
Labrador by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Labrador in your own space before committing.
What colors match Labrador from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Labrador are Bittersweet Brown by Kilz (a near-identical match), Gargoyle by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Topeka Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Labrador'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 Labrador?
Labrador has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Labrador's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.