Scented Candle 2006-9B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #887465, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Long Valley Birch from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #887465 · 2006-9B
Scented Candle
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Scented Candle Technical Profile
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Scented Candle in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Scented Candle in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparScented Candle
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLong Valley Birch
Long Valley Birch
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tree Branch
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pelican Beak
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Portabella
PPG
Nearly identical
True Walnut
Behr
Very similar
Ancient Grain
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hitching Post
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hitching Post
Vista Paint
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Fine Leather
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Scented Candle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Scented Candle
#887465
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6A37A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Scented Candle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Scented Candle 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 Scented Candle.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Scented Candle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Scented Candle have?
Scented Candle by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Scented Candle in your own space before committing.
What colors match Scented Candle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scented Candle are Long Valley Birch by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tree Branch by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Beachcomber by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Scented Candle'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 Scented Candle?
Scented Candle has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Scented Candle's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.