Ref. #D4D8CF · 5005-1B
Ante Meridian
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ante Meridian Technical Profile
What color is Ante Meridian? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D4D8CF. Colors similar to Ante Meridian include MPC Eagle Feather Basecoat, Benjamin Moore Moonshine, Sherwin-Williams Pine Frost. Ante Meridian has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Ante Meridian sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Ante Meridian pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Ante Meridian
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Eagle Feather Basecoat
MPC
Nearly identical
Moonshine
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pine Frost
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pale Powder
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Wayward Willow
PPG
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silver Fox
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Metal Flake
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ante Meridian
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ante Meridian
#D4D8CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#87AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ante Meridian
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ante Meridian 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 Ante Meridian.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ante Meridian — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ante Meridian have?
Ante Meridian by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ante Meridian from other brands?
The closest matches are Eagle Feather Basecoat by MPC (#D5D8CE), Moonshine by Benjamin Moore (#D7D9D0), Pine Frost by Sherwin-Williams (#D0D5CB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ante Meridian?
Ante Meridian has an LRV of 67.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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