Mesa Tumbleweed 2008-10A is a beige paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C8B9A9, estimated LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baguette from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #C8B9A9 · 2008-10A
Mesa Tumbleweed
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mesa Tumbleweed Technical Profile
HEX Code#C8B9A9
RGB200, 185, 169
Estimated LRV49.8
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 Familybeige
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Mesa Tumbleweed
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mesa Tumbleweed
#C8B9A9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mesa Tumbleweed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mesa Tumbleweed 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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Mesa Tumbleweed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mesa Tumbleweed have?
Mesa Tumbleweed by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Mesa Tumbleweed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mesa Tumbleweed are Baguette by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Dhurrie Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Shabby Chic by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mesa Tumbleweed'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 Mesa Tumbleweed?
Mesa Tumbleweed has a estimated lightness value of 49.8, 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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