Valspar Dark Earth
3011-8 · #684930 · LRV ~7.9
Closest tone in another brand: Sherwin-Williams Sturdy Brown (~95% proximity)Dark Earth (3011-8) is a deep brown from Valspar, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 7.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Sturdy Brown (~95% proximity).
Closest tone to Dark Earth in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
7.9 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
3011-8
HEX
#684930
RGB
104, 73, 48
HSL
27°, 37%, 30%
Family
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Dark Earth FAQ
What is the LRV of Dark Earth?
Dark Earth has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7.9 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Dark Earth in other brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Sturdy Brown (SW 6097), ~95% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Sturdy Brown (HGSW6097), ~95% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Charleston Brown (HC-186), ~92% proximity; Behr: Ancient Root (PPU4-20), ~89% proximity; Glidden: Molasses (PPG1079-7), ~89% proximity; PPG: Molasses (PPG1079-7), ~89% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Rich Mocha (DEA159), ~87% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), ~76% 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 Dark Earth?
The HEX code of Dark Earth (3011-8) is #684930, RGB 104, 73, 48. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.