Watusi (M152) is a deep brown from Valspar. Its LRV is about 9.8 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Harvest Brown (96% match).

Compare Watusi with other brands

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LRV

9.8 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

M152

HEX

#7E4B40

RGB

126, 75, 64

HSL

11°, 33%, 37%

Family

Browns

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Watusi FAQ

What is the LRV of Watusi?

Watusi has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9.8 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Watusi in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Harvest Brown (2104-30), 96%; Behr: Fire Roasted (S150-7), 96%; PPG: Antique Mahogany (PPG16-08), 94%; Sherwin-Williams: Red Barn (SW 7591), 94%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Red Barn (HGSW7591), 94%; Glidden: Sweet Spiceberry (PPG1059-7), 94%; Dunn-Edwards: Revival Red (DET441), 94%; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), 93%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Watusi?

The HEX code of Watusi (M152) is #7E4B40, RGB 126, 75, 64. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.