Ref. #BBAA9A · 2007-10A
Timber Dust
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Timber Dust Technical Profile
What color is Timber Dust? It's a medium warm neutral with the hex code #BBAA9A. Colors similar to Timber Dust include Hirshfield's Delicate Honeysweet, Sherwin-Williams Smoky Beige, Behr Mesa Taupe. Timber Dust has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Timber Dust depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Timber Dust 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 Timber Dust
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Delicate Honeysweet
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Smoky Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mesa Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
El Capitan
PPG
Nearly identical
Ivory Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Cobblestone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Trail Dust
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Delicate Honeysweet
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Timber Dust
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Timber Dust
#BBAA9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Timber Dust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Timber Dust 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 Timber Dust.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Timber Dust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Timber Dust have?
Timber Dust by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Timber Dust from other brands?
The closest matches are Delicate Honeysweet by Hirshfield's (#BCAB99), Smoky Beige by Sherwin-Williams (#B9A796), Mesa Taupe by Behr (#B8A89A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Timber Dust?
Timber Dust has an LRV of 41.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Timber Dust's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.