Rue Bourbon 8004-9F is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6A5245, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plantation Shutters from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6A5245 · 8004-9F
Rue Bourbon
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rue Bourbon Technical Profile
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Rue Bourbon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rue Bourbon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRue Bourbon
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPlantation Shutters
Plantation Shutters
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Authentic Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Mocha Brown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Caramelized Walnut
PPG
Nearly identical
Deep Brown
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Connoisseur
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Connoisseur
Vista Paint
Very similar
Heritage Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tonka Bean
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Brown
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rue Bourbon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rue Bourbon
#6A5245
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88815A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rue Bourbon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rue Bourbon 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 Rue Bourbon.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rue Bourbon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rue Bourbon have?
Rue Bourbon by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rue Bourbon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rue Bourbon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rue Bourbon are Plantation Shutters by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Authentic Brown by Behr (a near-identical match), Well Bred Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rue Bourbon'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 Rue Bourbon?
Rue Bourbon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.5, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rue Bourbon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.