Mudslide 2006-9A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6A5A4F, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Middlebury Brown from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6A5A4F · 2006-9A
Mudslide
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mudslide Technical Profile
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Mudslide in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mudslide in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMudslide
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMiddlebury Brown
Middlebury Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Chocolate Swirl
Behr
Nearly identical
Coffee House
PPG
Nearly identical
Deeply Brown
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Three Bears
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Homestead Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Christmas Ornament
Vista Paint
Very similar
Christmas Ornament
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Chocolate Torte
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Beige
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mudslide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mudslide
#6A5A4F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8E895E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mudslide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mudslide 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 Mudslide.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mudslide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mudslide have?
Mudslide by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mudslide in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mudslide from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mudslide are Middlebury Brown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Chocolate Swirl by Behr (a near-identical match), Mustang by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mudslide'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 Mudslide?
Mudslide has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mudslide's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.