Ref. #785A52 · 1006-9A
Smoked Almond
12%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoked Almond Technical Profile
What color is Smoked Almond? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #785A52. Colors similar to Smoked Almond include Dunn-Edwards Pine Cone, MPC Anchor Bronze Met., Dunn-Edwards Wild West. Smoked Almond has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Smoked Almond 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, Smoked Almond 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 Smoked Almond
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Smoked Almond from other brands?
The closest matches are Pine Cone by Dunn-Edwards (#765952), Anchor Bronze Met. by MPC (#77574F), Wild West by Dunn-Edwards (#7E5C52). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Smoked Almond?
Smoked Almond has an LRV of 11.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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