# RAL Classic Clay brown

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/clay-brown-ral-8003](https://plan-home.com/color/clay-brown-ral-8003)

RAL Classic Clay brown RAL 8003 is a deep, warm brown with a clear earthy orange cast drawn from its #7E4B27 value. It reads richer and more grounded than a neutral brown, especially in daylight, where its clay-like warmth becomes more apparent. In lower or warmer artificial light, this shade can appear deeper and slightly more muted. Use Clay brown on cabinetry, a fireplace surround, or an accent wall where its depth can anchor lighter finishes. It pairs well with creamy off-whites, sand-toned plaster, terracotta textiles, aged brass, and natural oak.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** RAL Classic
- **Color name:** Clay brown
- **Color code:** RAL 8003
- **HEX:** #7E4B27
- **RGB:** 126, 75, 39
- **LRV:** 12.78%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Beige
- **Temperature:** warm
- **Undertones:** red

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 25° Saturation: 69.05% Value: 49.41%
- **HSL:** hsl(25, 53, 32)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 0.0 Magenta: 40.48 Yellow: 69.05 Key: 50.59
- **YIQ:** Y: 86.145 I: 41.959 Q: -0.415
- **XYZ:** X: 11.487 Y: 9.615 Z: 3.17
- **CIE Lab:** L:37.143 a:18.143 b:30.1
- **CIE Luv:** L:37.143 u:38.752 v:26.758
- **Decimal:** 8276775
- **Hunter Lab:** 31.009, 11.861, 15.645

## Equivalent and related colors
- [RAL Effect RAL 320-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-320-5)
- [RAL Classic Olive brown](https://plan-home.com/color/olive-brown-ral-8008)
- [RAL Classic Fawn brown](https://plan-home.com/color/fawn-brown-ral-8007)
- [RAL Effect RAL 320-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-320-6)
- [RAL Classic Beige brown](https://plan-home.com/color/beige-brown-ral-8024)
- [RAL Effect RAL 360-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-360-6)
- [RAL Effect RAL 310-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-310-6)
- [RAL Classic Copper brown](https://plan-home.com/color/copper-brown-ral-8004)
- [RAL Effect RAL 330-M](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-330-m)
- [RAL Effect RAL 360-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-360-5)
- [RAL Effect RAL 330-3](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-330-3)
- [RAL Effect RAL 330-2](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-330-2)
- [RAL Classic Signal brown](https://plan-home.com/color/signal-brown-ral-8002)
- [RAL Classic Pale brown](https://plan-home.com/color/pale-brown-ral-8025)
- [Tikkurila N470](https://plan-home.com/color/n470)
- [RAL Classic Pearl orange](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-orange-ral-2013)
- [RAL Classic Pearl copper](https://plan-home.com/color/pearl-copper-ral-8029)
- [RAL Classic Orange brown](https://plan-home.com/color/orange-brown-ral-8023)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Ochre brown](https://plan-home.com/color/ochre-brown-ral-8001)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Olive brown](https://plan-home.com/color/olive-brown-ral-8008)

## Complementary colors
- [RAL Classic Pigeon blue](https://plan-home.com/color/pigeon-blue-ral-5014)
- [RAL Classic Black blue](https://plan-home.com/color/black-blue-ral-5004)
- [RAL Classic Violet Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/violet-blue-ral-5000)
- [RAL Classic Pastel blue](https://plan-home.com/color/pastel-blue-ral-5024)
- [RAL Classic Distant blue](https://plan-home.com/color/distant-blue-ral-5023)
- [RAL Classic Brillant blue](https://plan-home.com/color/brillant-blue-ral-5007)
- [RAL Classic Steel blue](https://plan-home.com/color/steel-blue-ral-5011)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.