Ref. #9A7574 · 1007-7B
Sumac Berry
21%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Sumac Berry Technical Profile
What color is Sumac Berry? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #9A7574. Colors similar to Sumac Berry include Vista Paint Roshen Ridge, Benjamin Moore Hickory Stick, Behr Regal Rose. Sumac Berry has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Sumac Berry 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, Sumac Berry 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 Sumac Berry
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sumac Berry
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sumac Berry
#9A7574
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9A85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sumac Berry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sumac Berry 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 Sumac Berry.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sumac Berry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sumac Berry have?
Sumac Berry by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Sumac Berry from other brands?
The closest matches are Roshen Ridge by Vista Paint (#987475), Hickory Stick by Benjamin Moore (#9B736E), Regal Rose by Behr (#9B7275). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sumac Berry?
Sumac Berry has an LRV of 20.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sumac Berry's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.