Tender Twig 3001-7B is a brown paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9C7D69, estimated LRV 23 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Firewood from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #9C7D69 · 3001-7B
Tender Twig
23%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tender Twig Technical Profile
HEX Code#9C7D69
RGB156, 125, 105
Estimated LRV22.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Tender Twig
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tender Twig
#9C7D69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tender Twig
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tender Twig 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
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Tender Twig — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tender Twig have?
Tender Twig by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Tender Twig from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tender Twig are Firewood by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Fox Hollow Brown by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Taupetone by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tender Twig'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 Tender Twig?
Tender Twig has a estimated lightness value of 22.8, 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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