Tempered Allspice 2006-9C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9B8879, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antigua Rose from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B8879 · 2006-9C
Tempered Allspice
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tempered Allspice Technical Profile
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Tempered Allspice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tempered Allspice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTempered Allspice
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAntigua Rose
Antigua Rose
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tavern Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Driftwood
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Earthnut
Behr
Nearly identical
Roasted Chestnut
PPG
Nearly identical
Cobblestone Path
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Seemingly Perfect
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Spiced Cocoa
Kilz
Very similar
Bush Buck
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tempered Allspice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tempered Allspice
#9B8879
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAB85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tempered Allspice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tempered Allspice 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 Tempered Allspice.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tempered Allspice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tempered Allspice have?
Tempered Allspice 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 Tempered Allspice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tempered Allspice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tempered Allspice are Antigua Rose by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Tavern Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sycamore Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tempered Allspice'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 Tempered Allspice?
Tempered Allspice has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.0, 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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Why Tempered Allspice's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.