Smoky Hazelnut 1008-9A is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #856157, LRV 14 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chocolate Curl from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #856157 · 1008-9A
Smoky Hazelnut
14%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Smoky Hazelnut Technical Profile
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Smoky Hazelnut in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoky Hazelnut in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSmoky Hazelnut
Nearly identical
BehrChocolate Curl
Chocolate Curl
Behr
Nearly identical
Organic Coffee
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Liberty
Vista Paint
Very similar
Brown Chipotle
Kilz
Very similar
Hot Cocoa
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Liberty
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wynwood
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Raspberry Truffle
PPG
Very similar
Mystique Maroon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Etruscan Red
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Beige Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoky Hazelnut
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoky Hazelnut
#856157
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F9270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoky Hazelnut
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoky Hazelnut 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 Smoky Hazelnut.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Smoky Hazelnut — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoky Hazelnut have?
Smoky Hazelnut by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smoky Hazelnut in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoky Hazelnut from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoky Hazelnut are Chocolate Curl by Behr (a near-identical match), Organic Coffee by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Liberty by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Smoky Hazelnut'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 Smoky Hazelnut?
Smoky Hazelnut has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.2, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoky Hazelnut's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.