Universal Umber 3003-9B is a brown paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9C866F, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Toffee Crunch from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #9C866F · 3003-9B
Universal Umber
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Universal Umber Technical Profile
HEX Code#9C866F
RGB156, 134, 111
Estimated LRV25.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 Universal Umber
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Universal Umber
#9C866F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Universal Umber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Universal Umber 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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Universal Umber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Universal Umber have?
Universal Umber by Valspar has a neutral 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 Universal Umber from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Universal Umber are Toffee Crunch by Behr (a close digital match), Collectible by Behr (a close digital match), Canvasback Brown by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Universal Umber'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 Universal Umber?
Universal Umber has a estimated lightness value of 25.3, 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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