Warm Putty Valspar 6006-1A

Valspar Warm Putty (6006-1A) LRV and undertone

Valspar Warm Putty (6006-1A) has an LRV of 64.8, placing it in the light range with substantial light reflection. Light reflectance value indicates how much visible light a surface reflects, so this level can help walls retain brightness without approaching the reflectance of white. Warm Putty belongs to the greige color family, which combines gray and beige characteristics. Its calculated undertone is warm yellow, a quality that can influence how the color compares with cooler grays or more neutral beige shades.

In a room, the balance between gray and beige may appear different as daylight changes. North-facing light is generally cooler, while south-facing light tends to be warmer. Artificial lighting and nearby materials also affect perception. Test a painted sample beside flooring, cabinetry, and trim to judge whether the yellow warmth suits the room. A contrasting white trim can make the wall color appear deeper by comparison.

Valspar Warm Putty (6006-1A) in other brands

Behr Aged Beige (PPU7-09) is the nearest listed match, with an LRV of 63.0 and ΔE 1.2. This is a very close match by ΔE 2000. Benjamin Moore Edgecomb Gray (HC-173) follows at LRV 63.09 and ΔE 1.6, while Sherwin-Williams Natural Linen (SW 9109) has LRV 66.0 and ΔE 1.9. Both are very close by the same measurement.

Benjamin Moore Collingwood (OC-28) and Behr Dove (HDC-MD-21) each have ΔE 1.9, also indicating very close matches. Sherwin-Williams Canvas Tan (SW 7531), at ΔE 2.1, is close but may show a visible difference side by side. ΔE compares measured color differences; it does not guarantee an identical appearance across rooms or lighting conditions.

Lighter and darker Valspar alternatives

Valspar Heritage Gray (7007-24) is darker by LRV at 60, with ΔE 2.2. It may suit a room where you want slightly less light reflection. Valspar Tempered Gray (4004-1A) has an LRV of 64.93, marginally higher than Warm Putty’s 64.8, so it is technically lighter by LRV, although the difference is negligible. Its ΔE of 3.4 indicates a close but visible color difference.

For a lighter alternative, Valspar Cream In My Coffee (3003-10C) has an LRV of 72.31 and ΔE 2.7. Valspar Gilded Linen (6002-1A), at LRV 73.84 and ΔE 3.7, also reflects more light. These higher-LRV options can help maintain brightness in a room. Compare samples in both daylight and evening light before settling on a wall color.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Valspar’s page for Warm Putty.