Safari Map 8004-12A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E8D7C8, LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Siesta Tan from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E8D7C8 · 8004-12A
Safari Map
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Safari Map Technical Profile
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Safari Map in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Safari Map in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSafari Map
Nearly identical
BehrSiesta Tan
Siesta Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Soft Satin
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shoreland
PPG
Nearly identical
Fragile Beauty
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dried Plaster
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cashmere
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fair Ivory
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ageless
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Candle Flame
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pink Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Safari Map
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Safari Map
#E8D7C8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B180
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Safari Map
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Safari Map 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 Map.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Safari Map — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Safari Map have?
Safari Map 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 Safari Map in your own space before committing.
What colors match Safari Map from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Safari Map are Siesta Tan by Behr (a near-identical match), Soft Satin by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Shoreland by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Safari Map'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 Safari Map?
Safari Map has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Safari Map's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.