Mesabi Copper 2005-5A is a brown paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AC775C, LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Decorous Amber from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AC775C · 2005-5A
Mesabi Copper
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mesabi Copper Technical Profile
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Mesabi Copper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mesabi Copper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMesabi Copper
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDecorous Amber
Decorous Amber
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Glazed Pot
Behr
Nearly identical
Arizona Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dusty Durango
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fox Run
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Nutmeg
PPG
Very similar
Terrific Tan
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dodge Pole
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Burnt Sienna
Kilz
Very similar
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mesabi Copper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mesabi Copper
#AC775C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mesabi Copper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mesabi Copper 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 Mesabi Copper.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mesabi Copper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mesabi Copper have?
Mesabi Copper by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mesabi Copper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mesabi Copper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mesabi Copper are Decorous Amber by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Spiced Cider by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Glazed Pot by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mesabi Copper'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 Mesabi Copper?
Mesabi Copper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.7, 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 Mesabi Copper's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.