Ref. #857874 · 1001-9B
Thorny Brush
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Thorny Brush Technical Profile
What color is Thorny Brush? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #857874. Colors similar to Thorny Brush include Sherwin-Williams Chinchilla, MPC Bank Bronze Met., Sherwin-Williams Mink. Thorny Brush has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Thorny Brush creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Thorny Brush pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Thorny Brush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thorny Brush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thorny Brush
#857874
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABA081
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thorny Brush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thorny Brush 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 Thorny Brush.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thorny Brush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thorny Brush have?
Thorny Brush by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Thorny Brush from other brands?
The closest matches are Chinchilla by Sherwin-Williams (#867875), Bank Bronze Met. by MPC (#83746F), Mink by Sherwin-Williams (#847B77). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Thorny Brush?
Thorny Brush has an LRV of 19.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Thorny Brush's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.