Ref. #A27A48 · 8003-20F
Teak
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Teak Technical Profile
What color is Teak? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #A27A48. Colors similar to Teak include PPG Caramelized Pecan, Dunn-Edwards Driftwood, PPG Look At Me. Teak has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Teak creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Teak reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Teak
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Caramelized Pecan
PPG
Nearly identical
Driftwood
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Circus Peanut
Behr
Nearly identical
Graham Cracker
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crazy Horse
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gallant Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
English Bartlett
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Heather Gold Met.
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Teak
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Teak
#A27A48
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6A875
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Teak
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Teak 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 Teak.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Teak — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Teak have?
Teak by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Teak from other brands?
The closest matches are Caramelized Pecan by PPG (#A17B4D), Driftwood by Dunn-Edwards (#A67A45), Look At Me by PPG (#A67E4B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Teak?
Teak has an LRV of 22.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Teak's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.