Watusi (M152) is a deep brown from Valspar, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 9.8 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Harvest Brown (~96% proximity).

Closest tone to Watusi in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

9.8 · Very dark

Temperature

Warm

Code

M152

HEX

#7E4B40

RGB

126, 75, 64

HSL

11°, 33%, 37%

Family

Browns

Colors similar to Watusi in Valspar

Neighboring tones from the same brand, if you want a shade lighter, darker, warmer, or cooler.

Watusi FAQ

What is the LRV of Watusi?

Watusi has an estimated 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. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Watusi in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Harvest Brown (2104-30), ~96% proximity; Behr: Fire Roasted (S150-7), ~96% proximity; PPG: Antique Mahogany (PPG16-08), ~94% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Red Barn (SW 7591), ~94% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Red Barn (HGSW7591), ~94% proximity; Glidden: Sweet Spiceberry (PPG1059-7), ~94% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Revival Red (DET441), ~94% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), ~93% 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 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.