Ref. #A67E64 · 2007-7B
Rustic Oak
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rustic Oak Technical Profile
What color is Rustic Oak? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #A67E64. Colors similar to Rustic Oak include MPC Terminal Tan, Behr Nutshell, Benjamin Moore Birchwood. Rustic Oak has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Rustic Oak 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, Rustic Oak 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 Rustic Oak
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rustic Oak
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rustic Oak
#A67E64
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rustic Oak
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rustic Oak 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 Rustic Oak.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rustic Oak — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rustic Oak have?
Rustic Oak by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Rustic Oak from other brands?
The closest matches are Terminal Tan by MPC (#A57D62), Nutshell by Behr (#A37F66), Birchwood by Benjamin Moore (#A57C65). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rustic Oak?
Rustic Oak has an LRV of 23.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rustic Oak's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.