Summer Sparrow 1002-9B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #81716A, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flipper from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #81716A · 1002-9B
Summer Sparrow
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Summer Sparrow Technical Profile
HEX Code#81716A
RGB129, 113, 106
Estimated LRV17.5
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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#7F726B
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#837166
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#816E61
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#867875
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Colors That Work With Summer Sparrow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Summer Sparrow
#81716A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A59D79
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Summer Sparrow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Summer Sparrow 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
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Summer Sparrow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Summer Sparrow have?
Summer Sparrow 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 Summer Sparrow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Summer Sparrow are Flipper by PPG (a close digital match), Cardamom Spice by Behr (a close digital match), Granite Boulder by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Summer Sparrow'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 Summer Sparrow?
Summer Sparrow has a estimated lightness value of 17.5, 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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