Ref. #8A7E70 · 6006-2B
Safari Beige
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Safari Beige Technical Profile
What color is Safari Beige? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8A7E70. Colors similar to Safari Beige include Sherwin-Williams Habitat, Sherwin-Williams Warm Stone, Benjamin Moore Porcini. Safari Beige has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Safari Beige 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, Safari Beige 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 Safari Beige
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Safari Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Safari Beige
#8A7E70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAB82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Safari Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Safari Beige 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 Safari Beige.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Safari Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Safari Beige have?
Safari Beige by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Safari Beige from other brands?
The closest matches are Habitat by Sherwin-Williams (#897D6D), Warm Stone by Sherwin-Williams (#887B6C), Porcini by Benjamin Moore (#877B6E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Safari Beige?
Safari Beige has an LRV of 21.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Safari Beige's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.