Private Affair 8004-23F is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7D7256, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Outdoorsy from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7D7256 · 8004-23F
Private Affair
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Private Affair Technical Profile
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Private Affair in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Private Affair in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPrivate Affair
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsOutdoorsy
Outdoorsy
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Conservation
PPG
Nearly identical
Chocolate Velvet
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Belgian Sweet
Behr
Very similar
Greenbrook
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Messenger Bag
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chocolate Velvet
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dibber
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Castle Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Olive Wood
Kilz
Very similar
Beige Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Private Affair
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Private Affair
#7D7256
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#919C6A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Private Affair
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Private Affair 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 Private Affair.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Private Affair — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Private Affair have?
Private Affair by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Private Affair in your own space before committing.
What colors match Private Affair from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Private Affair are Outdoorsy by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Conservation by PPG (a near-identical match), Camouflage by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Private Affair'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 Private Affair?
Private Affair has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.1, 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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