Valspar Deep Desert Shadow
M331 · #504A3C · LRV ~6.9
Closest tone in another brand: Benjamin Moore Southern Vine (~100% proximity)Deep Desert Shadow (M331) is a deep brown from Valspar with a moderate yellow undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 6.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Southern Vine (~100% proximity).
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LRV (estimated)
6.9 · Very dark
Undertone (estimated)
Yellow · moderate
Temperature
Warm
Code
M331
HEX
#504A3C
RGB
80, 74, 60
HSL
42°, 14%, 27%
Family
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Deep Desert Shadow FAQ
What undertone does Deep Desert Shadow have?
Deep Desert Shadow is a deep brown with a moderate yellow undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Its color temperature is warm. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.
What is the LRV of Deep Desert Shadow?
Deep Desert Shadow has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 6.9 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 Deep Desert Shadow in other brands?
Benjamin Moore: Southern Vine (2138-10), ~100% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Enduring Bronze (SW 7055), ~96% proximity; PPG: Afternoon Tea (PPG1023-7), ~94% proximity; Glidden: Afternoon Tea (PPG1023-7), ~94% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Muddled Basil (HGSW7745), ~93% proximity; Behr: Potting Soil (N360-7), ~92% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Renwick Brown (DET630), ~90% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Reduced Green (No. 313), ~88% 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 Deep Desert Shadow?
The HEX code of Deep Desert Shadow (M331) is #504A3C, RGB 80, 74, 60. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.