Momentous Occasion 8005-10G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #57483D, estimated LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Earth Brown from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #57483D · 8005-10G
Momentous Occasion
7%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Momentous Occasion Technical Profile
HEX Code#57483D
RGB87, 72, 61
Estimated LRV7.0
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 Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Momentous Occasion
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Earth Brown
PPG
#54473D
Close digital match
Coffee Grounds
Kilz
#57463A
Close digital match
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
#53453C
Close digital match
Center Earth
Behr
#56473F
Close digital match
Well‐Bred Brown
Sherwin-Williams
#564537
Close digital match
Wire Work
Dutch Boy
#564537
Close digital match
Mink
Benjamin Moore
#53453D
Close digital match
Black Walnut
Dunn-Edwards
#5E4F46
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Coffee Connoisseur
Vista Paint
#5E4E3F
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Hirshfield's
#5B4F41
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RAL
#4E3B31
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#4D4746
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Colors That Work With Momentous Occasion
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Momentous Occasion
#57483D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#777450
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Momentous Occasion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Momentous Occasion 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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Momentous Occasion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Momentous Occasion have?
Momentous Occasion by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Momentous Occasion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Momentous Occasion are Earth Brown by PPG (a close digital match), Coffee Grounds by Kilz (a close digital match), Nourish .05 by Colorhouse (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Momentous Occasion'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 Momentous Occasion?
Momentous Occasion has a estimated lightness value of 7.0, 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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