Labrador 3009-9 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5E534F, estimated 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.
Valspar · #5E534F · 3009-9
Labrador
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Labrador Technical Profile
HEX Code#5E534F
RGB94, 83, 79
Estimated LRV9.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Labrador
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Bittersweet Brown
Kilz
#5D524E
Close digital match
Gargoyle
Hirshfield's
#60544F
Close digital match
Topeka Taupe
Benjamin Moore
#615550
Close digital match
Gardeners Soil
Behr
#5E5551
Close digital match
Deep Taupe
Dunn-Edwards
#625550
Close digital match
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
#5B4F49
Close digital match
Metropolis
Sherwin-Williams
#59504F
Similar digital color
Chocolate Pretzel
PPG
#60504B
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Ashen
Dutch Boy
#655C58
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Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
#4D4746
Visible digital difference
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
#53453C
Visible digital difference
Pearl Beige
RAL
#6A5D4D
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Labrador
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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
Digital 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
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Labrador — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Labrador have?
Labrador by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Labrador from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Labrador are Bittersweet Brown by Kilz (a close digital match), Gargoyle by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Topeka Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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