Morning Coffee 2005-10A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C3AB99, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is California Stucco from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3AB99 · 2005-10A
Morning Coffee
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Morning Coffee in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Morning Coffee in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMorning Coffee
Nearly identical
BehrCalifornia Stucco
California Stucco
Behr
Nearly identical
Venetian Portico
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Transcend
PPG
Nearly identical
Trail Dust
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Farmer'S Tan
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sand Trap
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sanded Grout
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Swiss Cream
Vista Paint
Very similar
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Apple Pie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Morning Coffee
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Morning Coffee
#C3AB99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Morning Coffee
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Morning Coffee 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 Morning Coffee.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Morning Coffee — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Morning Coffee have?
Morning Coffee by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Morning Coffee in your own space before committing.
What colors match Morning Coffee from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Morning Coffee are California Stucco by Behr (a near-identical match), Fall Mood by Behr (a near-identical match), Venetian Portico by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Morning Coffee'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 Morning Coffee?
Morning Coffee has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Morning Coffee's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.