Mesabi Copper 2005-5A is a brown paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AC775C, estimated 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.
Valspar · #AC775C · 2005-5A
Mesabi Copper
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mesabi Copper Technical Profile
HEX Code#AC775C
RGB172, 119, 92
Estimated LRV22.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familybrown
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Mesabi Copper
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mesabi Copper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mesabi Copper are Decorous Amber by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Spiced Cider by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Glazed Pot by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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