Valspar Merlot
V078-6 · #663F44 · LRV 6.8
Compare with other brands: Dunn-Edwards Jazz Berry Jam is a 97% matchMerlot (V078-6) is a deep red from Valspar with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 6.8 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Jazz Berry Jam (97% match).
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LRV
6.8 · Very dark
Undertone
None (neutral)
Temperature
Warm
Code
V078-6
HEX
#663F44
RGB
102, 63, 68
HSL
352°, 24%, 32%
Family
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Merlot FAQ
What undertone does Merlot have?
Merlot has no strong undertone: it reads as a deep red. 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 Merlot?
Merlot has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 6.8 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 Merlot in other brands?
Dunn-Edwards: Jazz Berry Jam (DET401), 97%; Sherwin-Williams: Deep Maroon (SW 0072), 96%; PPG: Gooseberry (PPG1048-7), 95%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Cordovan (HGSW6027), 94%; Farrow & Ball: Preference Red (No. 297), 93%; Glidden: Gooseberry (PPG1048-7), 93%; Benjamin Moore: Ruby Dusk (1267), 93%; Behr: Divine Wine (PPU1-02), 86%. 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 Merlot?
The HEX code of Merlot (V078-6) is #663F44, RGB 102, 63, 68. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.