Sumatra Blend 2008-9A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #746356, estimated LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tyson Taupe from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #746356 · 2008-9A
Sumatra Blend
13%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sumatra Blend Technical Profile
HEX Code#746356
RGB116, 99, 86
Estimated LRV13.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Tyson Taupe
Hirshfield's
#736458
Close digital match
Cocoa
Dunn-Edwards
#736354
Close digital match
Tyson Taupe
Vista Paint
#716358
Close digital match
Tan Bark Trail
Behr
#766453
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Homestead Brown
Sherwin-Williams
#6E5F53
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Poppy Pods
PPG
#736157
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Aged Bark
Dutch Boy
#786253
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Northwood Brown
Benjamin Moore
#706252
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Cocoa Truffle
Kilz
#7D6A5E
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RAL
#6A5D4D
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Colors That Work With Sumatra Blend
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sumatra Blend
#746356
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#989465
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sumatra Blend
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sumatra Blend Room Palettes
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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
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Sumatra Blend — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sumatra Blend have?
Sumatra Blend by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sumatra Blend from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sumatra Blend are Tyson Taupe by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Cocoa by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tyson Taupe by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sumatra Blend'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 Sumatra Blend?
Sumatra Blend has a estimated lightness value of 13.3, 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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