Ashen Grey 6004-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B3ABA1, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Perfect Taupe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B3ABA1 · 6004-1C
Ashen Grey
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ashen Grey Technical Profile
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Ashen Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ashen Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparAshen Grey
Nearly identical
BehrPerfect Taupe
Perfect Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Zanzibar
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Shadow Taupe
PPG
Nearly identical
Upper West Side
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Marshy Habitat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Comfort Zone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Warm Pewter
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Driftwood Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sultry Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ashen Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ashen Grey
#B3ABA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ashen Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ashen Grey 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 Ashen Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ashen Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ashen Grey have?
Ashen Grey by Valspar has a neutral 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 Ashen Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ashen Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ashen Grey are Perfect Taupe by Behr (a near-identical match), Zanzibar by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Shadow Taupe by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ashen Grey'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 Ashen Grey?
Ashen Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ashen Grey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.