Smoked Paprika 8002-12G is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7F3D29, LRV 8 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rustique from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F3D29 · 8002-12G
Smoked Paprika
8%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoked Paprika Technical Profile
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Smoked Paprika in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoked Paprika in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSmoked Paprika
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRustique
Rustique
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Monterey Chestnut
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pearl Copper
RAL
Very similar
Roycroft Copper Red
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rustic Rouge
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Monterey Chestnut
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Florence Brown
Behr
Very similar
Raw Clay
Kilz
Very similar
Cherry Cola
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wood .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Burled Redwood
PPG
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoked Paprika
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoked Paprika
#7F3D29
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F7D4C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoked Paprika
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoked Paprika 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 Paprika.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoked Paprika — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoked Paprika have?
Smoked Paprika by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smoked Paprika in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoked Paprika from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoked Paprika are Rustique by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Monterey Chestnut by Vista Paint (a very close match), Pearl Copper by RAL (a very close match) — the best options for getting Smoked Paprika'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 Paprika?
Smoked Paprika has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.0, 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 Paprika's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.