Summer Sparrow 1002-9B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #81716A, LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flipper from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #81716A · 1002-9B
Summer Sparrow
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Summer Sparrow Technical Profile
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Summer Sparrow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Summer Sparrow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSummer Sparrow
Nearly identical
PPGFlipper
Flipper
PPG
Nearly identical
Cardamom Spice
Behr
Nearly identical
Cave of the Winds
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Toasted Taupe
Vista Paint
Very similar
Seal Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Devonwood Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Chinchilla
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Very similar
Coastal Fog
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Platinum Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Summer Sparrow
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Summer Sparrow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Summer Sparrow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Summer Sparrow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Summer Sparrow are Flipper by PPG (a near-identical match), Cardamom Spice by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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