Valspar Diplomatic
M125 · #DCB490 · LRV ~49.9
Closest tone in another brand: PPG Nutmeg Glow (~97% proximity)Diplomatic (M125) is a mid-tone beige from Valspar, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 49.9 (mid-tone): it reads clearly as a color and will look a shade darker in rooms with little daylight. The closest tone in another brand is PPG Nutmeg Glow (~97% proximity).
Closest tone to Diplomatic in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
49.9 · Mid-tone
Temperature
Warm
Code
M125
HEX
#DCB490
RGB
220, 180, 144
HSL
28°, 52%, 71%
Family
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Diplomatic FAQ
What is the LRV of Diplomatic?
Diplomatic has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 49.9 on a 0–100 scale, which is mid-tone. It reads clearly as a color and will look a shade darker in rooms with little daylight. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Diplomatic in other brands?
PPG: Nutmeg Glow (PPG1080-3), ~97% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Natural Leather (CSP-1065), ~96% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Oakley Apricot (DET445), ~96% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Soft Apricot (SW 6352), ~95% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Soft Apricot (HGSW6352), ~95% proximity; Glidden: Nutmeg Glow (PPG1080-3), ~95% proximity; Behr: Honey Nougat (S250-3), ~95% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Naperon (No. 315), ~83% 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 Diplomatic?
The HEX code of Diplomatic (M125) is #DCB490, RGB 220, 180, 144. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.