Marron 1004-9B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7F6C67, estimated 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.
Valspar · #7F6C67 · 1004-9B
Marron
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Marron Technical Profile
HEX Code#7F6C67
RGB127, 108, 103
Estimated LRV16.2
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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#816F6B
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#806A62
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Colors That Work With Marron
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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
Digital 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
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Marron — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marron have?
Marron 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 Marron from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marron are Granite Boulder by PPG (a close digital match), Triple Chocolate Mousse by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Archwood by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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