What is the HEX code and RGB for Valspar Warm Putty?

The exact hexadecimal code for Valspar Warm Putty (6006-1A) is #B7B1A5. Its sRGB values are R: 183, G: 177, B: 165.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Warm Putty?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Valspar Warm Putty is 47. This makes it a balanced mid-tone color suitable for whole-house applications.

What is the best cheap dupe for Valspar Warm Putty?

The best budget match for Valspar Warm Putty is Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone (No. 275) with a 98.3% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 0.77), saving $0 per gallon.

What undertones does Warm Putty have?

Valspar Warm Putty features Stone Greige, Earthy Putty, Dorset Grey undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

ValsparCode: 6006-1AGrays & Greiges

Warm Putty

Lowe dupe for Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone with rich stain resistance.

Dominant Undertones:

Stone GreigeEarthy PuttyDorset Grey

Est. Price: $44/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

47/ 100

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HEX: #B7B1A5 • LRV: 47

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🔬 Scientific Color BreakdownD65 Standard Illuminant

Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#B7B1A5

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

183, 177, 165

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

47%

Absorbs Light

HSL

40°, 11%, 68%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

0,3,10,28

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

budget

$44/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Warm Putty

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

#1Farrow & Ball Alternative

98.3% Match

Warm Putty

Valspar

$44/gal

DUPE

Purbeck Stone

Farrow & Ball (No. 275)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):0.77

LRV Comparison:47 vs 48

"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#2Sherwin-Williams Alternative

94.1% Match

Warm Putty

Valspar

$44/gal

DUPE

Mindful Gray

Sherwin-Williams (SW 7016)

$82/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.7

LRV Comparison:47 vs 48

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Sherwin-Williams Store

#3Sherwin-Williams Alternative

85.4% Match

Warm Putty

Valspar

$44/gal

DUPE

Dorian Gray

Sherwin-Williams (SW 7017)

$82/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):3.52

LRV Comparison:47 vs 39

"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Sherwin-Williams Store

#4Farrow & Ball Alternative

80.3% Match

Warm Putty

Valspar

$44/gal

DUPE

Oxford Stone

Farrow & Ball (No. 264)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):4.55

LRV Comparison:47 vs 47

"Good Coordinating Alternative"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

Warm Putty Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Sherwin-Williams	Mindful Gray	SW 7016	94.1%	1.7	$82	View Specs
Benjamin Moore	Coventry Gray	HC-169	76.3%	5.49	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Purbeck Stone	No. 275	98.3%	0.77	$145	View Specs
Behr	Graceful Gray	PPU18-12	75.4%	5.75	$48	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Duke Gray	JG-04	60%	11.62	$52	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Warm Putty

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Valspar Warm Putty. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Warm Putty in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Warm Putty

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Valspar Warm Putty?

The official hexadecimal color code is #B7B1A5. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 183, Green: 177, Blue: 165.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Warm Putty?

Warm Putty has an LRV of 47. Its mid-tone LRV gives it stability, making it an ideal whole-house paint that will not wash out in bright sunlight.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Warm Putty?

The closest budget alternative is Farrow & Ball Purbeck Stone (No. 275), scoring a 98.3% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $0 per gallon.