Terra Earth 2003-5C is a red paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CE8C79, LRV 33 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rosy Copper from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CE8C79 · 2003-5C
Terra Earth
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Terra Earth Technical Profile
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Terra Earth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Terra Earth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTerra Earth
Nearly identical
BehrRosy Copper
Rosy Copper
Behr
Nearly identical
Orange Essential
PPG
Nearly identical
Calmed Coral
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Constant Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Peaches N Cream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Baked Terra Cotta
Kilz
Very similar
Simmering Ridge
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rose De Mai
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Simmering Ridge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Terra Earth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Terra Earth
#CE8C79
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5A67D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Terra Earth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Terra Earth 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 Terra Earth.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Terra Earth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Terra Earth have?
Terra Earth by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Terra Earth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Terra Earth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Terra Earth are Rosy Copper by Behr (a near-identical match), Orange Essential by PPG (a near-identical match), Calmed Coral by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Terra Earth'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 Terra Earth?
Terra Earth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.3, 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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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 Terra Earth's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.