Middle Earth 8003-19G is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #624830, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Taupe from Benjamin Moore (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #624830 · 8003-19G
Middle Earth
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Middle Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Middle Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMiddle Earth
Very similar
Benjamin MooreTaupe
Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Mud Pie
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cranberry Craze
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mission Brown
Behr
Very similar
Sturdy Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rich Mocha
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Gold
RAL
Very similar
Ancient Spice
Kilz
Very similar
Hideaway
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Northern Territory
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Middle Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Middle Earth
#624830
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#77764E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Middle Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Middle Earth 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 Middle Earth.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Middle Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Middle Earth have?
Middle Earth by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Middle Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Middle Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Middle Earth are Taupe by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Mud Pie by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Ageless Bronze by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Middle Earth'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 Middle Earth?
Middle Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Middle Earth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.