Scented Candle 2006-9B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #887465, estimated 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.
Valspar · #887465 · 2006-9B
Scented Candle
19%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Scented Candle Technical Profile
HEX Code#887465
RGB136, 116, 101
Estimated LRV18.7
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Scented Candle
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Scented Candle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Scented Candle are Long Valley Birch by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Tree Branch by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Beachcomber by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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