Marron 1004-9B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7F6C67, LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Granite Boulder from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F6C67 · 1004-9B
Marron
16%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Marron in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Marron in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMarron
Nearly identical
PPGGranite Boulder
Granite Boulder
PPG
Nearly identical
Triple Chocolate Mousse
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Archwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Autumn Ashes
Behr
Very similar
Toasted Taupe
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mink Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Less Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Ranch House
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marron
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marron
#7F6C67
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A39676
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marron
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marron 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 Marron.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Marron — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marron have?
Marron 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 Marron in your own space before committing.
What colors match Marron from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marron are Granite Boulder by PPG (a near-identical match), Triple Chocolate Mousse by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Archwood by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Marron'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 Marron?
Marron has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.2, 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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