Academy Gray 5001-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #778489, LRV 22 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Western Sky Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #778489 · 5001-2A
Academy Gray
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Academy Gray Technical Profile
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Academy Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Academy Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparAcademy Gray
Nearly identical
PPGWestern Sky Blue
Western Sky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Felted Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Smokestack Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
December Nights
Kilz
Very similar
Atlantic Shoreline
Behr
Very similar
Taliesin Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Scattered Showers
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
London Road
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gothic Grey
Vista Paint
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Academy Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Academy Gray
#778489
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Academy Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Academy Gray 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Academy Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Academy Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Academy Gray have?
Academy Gray by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Academy Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Academy Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Academy Gray are Western Sky Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Squirrel Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Felted Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Academy Gray'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 Academy Gray?
Academy Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Academy Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.