Smoked Almond 1006-9A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #785A52, LRV 12 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pine Cone from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #785A52 · 1006-9A
Smoked Almond
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoked Almond Technical Profile
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Smoked Almond in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoked Almond in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSmoked Almond
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsPine Cone
Pine Cone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Spicewood Brown
PPG
Nearly identical
Oxblood
Behr
Nearly identical
Bateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wynwood
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Burnt Umber
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Amazon Mist
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mystique Maroon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mocha Madness
Kilz
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoked Almond
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoked Almond
#785A52
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#988965
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoked Almond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoked Almond 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 Smoked Almond.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoked Almond — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoked Almond have?
Smoked Almond by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Smoked Almond in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoked Almond from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoked Almond are Pine Cone by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Wild West by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Spicewood Brown by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Smoked Almond'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 Smoked Almond?
Smoked Almond has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoked Almond's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.