Teddy 8004-12E is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AA8064, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Carmel Valley from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AA8064 · 8004-12E
Teddy
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Teddy Technical Profile
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Teddy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Teddy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTeddy
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCarmel Valley
Carmel Valley
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
S'mores
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Nutshell
Behr
Nearly identical
Birchwood
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Copper Road
PPG
Very similar
Veldrift
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pottery Urn
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brown Bag
Kilz
Very similar
Vintage Brass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Teddy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Teddy
#AA8064
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Teddy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Teddy 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 Teddy.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Teddy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Teddy have?
Teddy by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Teddy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Teddy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Teddy are Carmel Valley by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), S'mores by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Nutshell by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Teddy'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 Teddy?
Teddy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.9, 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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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 Teddy's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.