Warm Nutmeg 8003-20E is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C29D74, LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barley Harvest from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C29D74 · 8003-20E
Warm Nutmeg
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Warm Nutmeg Technical Profile
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Warm Nutmeg in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Warm Nutmeg in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparWarm Nutmeg
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBarley Harvest
Barley Harvest
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tan Plan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Peanut Butter
Behr
Nearly identical
Sahara Sands
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mesa Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Cardboard Box
Kilz
Nearly identical
Outback
PPG
Very similar
Back to Basics
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blonde Shell
Vista Paint
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warm Nutmeg
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warm Nutmeg
#C29D74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warm Nutmeg
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warm Nutmeg 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 Warm Nutmeg.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Warm Nutmeg — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warm Nutmeg have?
Warm Nutmeg by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Warm Nutmeg in your own space before committing.
What colors match Warm Nutmeg from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warm Nutmeg are Barley Harvest by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Peanut Shell by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tan Plan by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Warm Nutmeg'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 Warm Nutmeg?
Warm Nutmeg has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.8, 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 Warm Nutmeg's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.