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Valspar Tropical Nut

2003-5A · #98503D · LRV ~12.8

Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Cinnamon (~98% proximity)

Tropical Nut (2003-5A) is a dark brown from Valspar, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 12.8 (dark): it absorbs more light than it reflects. best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Cinnamon (~98% proximity).

Closest tone to Tropical Nut in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

12.8 · Dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

2003-5A

HEX

#98503D

RGB

152, 80, 61

HSL

13°, 43%, 42%

Family

Browns

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Tropical Nut FAQ

What is the LRV of Tropical Nut?

Tropical Nut has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 12.8 on a 0–100 scale, which is dark. It absorbs more light than it reflects. Best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Tropical Nut in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Cinnamon (2174-20), ~98% proximity; PPG: Burled Redwood (PPG1067-7), ~96% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Sierra Redwood (SW 7598), ~95% proximity; Glidden: Ancient Copper (PPG1063-7), ~94% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Spicy Hue (HGSW6342), ~91% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Prairie Clay (DET450), ~89% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Bamboozle (No. 304), ~89% proximity; Behr: Colorful Leaves (M190-7), ~87% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Tropical Nut?

The HEX code of Tropical Nut (2003-5A) is #98503D, RGB 152, 80, 61. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.