Ref. #836652 · 3002-9A
Mona's Mane
15%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mona's Mane Technical Profile
What color is Mona's Mane? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #836652. Colors similar to Mona's Mane include Behr Wild Mustang, MPC Stonebark, Kilz Caramel Nut. Mona's Mane has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 15, Mona's Mane creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Mona's Mane pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Mona's Mane
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mona's Mane
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mona's Mane
#836652
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9D986B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mona's Mane
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mona's Mane 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 Mona's Mane.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mona's Mane — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mona's Mane have?
Mona's Mane by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Mona's Mane from other brands?
The closest matches are Wild Mustang by Behr (#826753), Stonebark by MPC (#806452), Caramel Nut by Kilz (#86664F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mona's Mane?
Mona's Mane has an LRV of 14.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mona's Mane's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.