Retrofit 8003-21G is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8F672F, LRV 16 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Relic Bronze from Sherwin-Williams (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8F672F · 8003-21G
Retrofit
16%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Retrofit Technical Profile
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Retrofit in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Retrofit in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRetrofit
Very similar
Sherwin-WilliamsRelic Bronze
Relic Bronze
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gathered
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wave Of Grain
Behr
Very similar
Sahara Wind
Vista Paint
Very similar
Desert Camel
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sahara Wind
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Flea Market
Kilz
Very similar
Shaker Peg
PPG
Very similar
Ochre Brown
RAL
Very similar
Tavern Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Retrofit
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Retrofit
#8F672F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#979D54
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Retrofit
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Retrofit 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 Retrofit.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Retrofit — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Retrofit have?
Retrofit by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Retrofit in your own space before committing.
What colors match Retrofit from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Retrofit are Relic Bronze by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Gathered by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Wave Of Grain by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Retrofit'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 Retrofit?
Retrofit has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.7, 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 Retrofit's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.