Ashen Grey 6004-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B3ABA1, estimated 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.
Valspar · #B3ABA1 · 6004-1C
Ashen Grey
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ashen Grey Technical Profile
HEX Code#B3ABA1
RGB179, 171, 161
Estimated LRV41.3
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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#B5ACA1
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#B2A99E
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#B4AAA0
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#B0A89C
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#AEA79F
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#B4ADA6
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Colors That Work With Ashen Grey
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ashen Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ashen Grey are Perfect Taupe by Behr (a close digital match), Zanzibar by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Shadow Taupe by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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