Ref. #A06D4E · 3010-7
Pale Cordovan
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pale Cordovan Technical Profile
What color is Pale Cordovan? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A06D4E. Colors similar to Pale Cordovan include Dunn-Edwards Brown Eyes, MPC Titian Gold Met., Kilz Ranch Home. Pale Cordovan has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Pale Cordovan 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, Pale Cordovan 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 Pale Cordovan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Cordovan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Cordovan
#A06D4E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7A27A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Cordovan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Cordovan 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 Pale Cordovan.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Cordovan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Cordovan have?
Pale Cordovan by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Pale Cordovan from other brands?
The closest matches are Brown Eyes by Dunn-Edwards (#9E6B4A), Titian Gold Met. by MPC (#9F6F4E), Ranch Home by Kilz (#9B6D50). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pale Cordovan?
Pale Cordovan has an LRV of 19.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Pale Cordovan's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.