Swampwater 3008-7B is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B3A36A, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Old Times Sake from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B3A36A · 3008-7B
Swampwater
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Swampwater Technical Profile
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Swampwater in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Swampwater in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSwampwater
Nearly identical
PPGOld Times Sake
Old Times Sake
PPG
Nearly identical
Green Bean Casserol
Behr
Nearly identical
Shiny Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Shiny Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Twine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sassy Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fried Pickle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Military Tan
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Zucchini Garden
Kilz
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Swampwater
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Swampwater
#B3A36A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Swampwater
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Swampwater 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 Swampwater.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Swampwater — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Swampwater have?
Swampwater by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Swampwater in your own space before committing.
What colors match Swampwater from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Swampwater are Old Times Sake by PPG (a near-identical match), Green Bean Casserol by Behr (a near-identical match), Shiny Gold by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Swampwater'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 Swampwater?
Swampwater has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Swampwater's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.