Leaf .03 Leaf-03 is a gray paint color from Colorhouse. It has a hex value of #C9CDBF, estimated LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mint Glaze from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Colorhouse · #C9CDBF · Leaf-03
Leaf .03
60%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Leaf .03 Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9CDBF
RGB201, 205, 191
Estimated LRV59.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandColorhouse
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Compare alternatives to Leaf .03
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Mint Glaze
Valspar
#CACDBF
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Wheat Bread
Behr
#CACEBF
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Frostwork
Sherwin-Williams
#CBD0C2
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Seafoam Bubbles
Dutch Boy
#C8CEBF
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Glass Tile
Dunn-Edwards
#CDD0C0
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Life Lesson
PPG
#C5CABE
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Sagebrush
Benjamin Moore
#C3C9B9
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Vintage Find
Vista Paint
#CFD2C1
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Eddy
Farrow & Ball
#CACCBA
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Silver Fern
Kilz
#D1D1BF
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Marble Green
Hirshfield's
#CBD4C8
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Colors That Work With Leaf .03
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Leaf .03
#C9CDBF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8DAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Leaf .03
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Leaf .03 Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
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Leaf .03 — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Leaf .03 have?
Leaf .03 by Colorhouse has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Leaf .03 from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Leaf .03 are Mint Glaze by Valspar (a close digital match), Wheat Bread by Behr (a close digital match), Dynasty Celadon by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Leaf .03's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Leaf .03?
Leaf .03 has a estimated lightness value of 59.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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