Soul Searching 8004-4G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #594645, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pinecone Path from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #594645 · 8004-4G
Soul Searching
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soul Searching Technical Profile
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Soul Searching in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soul Searching in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSoul Searching
Nearly identical
BehrPinecone Path
Pinecone Path
Behr
Nearly identical
Incense Stick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mustang
PPG
Nearly identical
Dark Chocolate
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Burnt Clay
Kilz
Nearly identical
Carnelian
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Beauport Aubergine
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blackened Walnut
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beauport Aubergine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Terra Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soul Searching
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soul Searching
#594645
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D6B54
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soul Searching
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soul Searching 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
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soul Searching — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soul Searching have?
Soul Searching by Valspar has a neutral 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 Soul Searching in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soul Searching from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soul Searching are Pinecone Path by Behr (a near-identical match), Folklore by Behr (a near-identical match), Coffee Beans by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soul Searching'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 Soul Searching?
Soul Searching has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.9, 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 Soul Searching's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.