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Ref. #B2BABC · 4007-1B

Autumn Fog

48%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
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Autumn Fog Technical Profile

What color is Autumn Fog? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #B2BABC. Colors similar to Autumn Fog include Dunn-Edwards Crestline, Benjamin Moore Blue Springs, PPG Smoke Screen. Autumn Fog has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Autumn Fog depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Autumn Fog pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.

HEX Code#B2BABC
RGB178, 186, 188
LRV48.2
UndertoneCool (Green)
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors Similar to Autumn Fog

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Crestline

Dunn-Edwards

Nearly identical

Blue Springs

Benjamin Moore

Nearly identical

Smoke Screen

PPG

Nearly identical

Mineral

Sherwin-Williams

Nearly identical

Distant Star

Behr

Nearly identical

Marseilles

Hirshfield's

Nearly identical

Marseilles

Vista Paint

Very similar

Platinum Ring

Kilz

Very similar
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Autumn Fog

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Autumn Fog

#B2BABC

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#8591AD

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Autumn Fog

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Blue Springs

Complement

Warm Ashes

Autumn Fog Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Mallard

Pop

Polly Green

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Mountain River

Pop

Pretty Peony

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Crabapple Wine

Pop

Hacienda Tile

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Valspar Colors

Other Valspar colors close to Autumn Fog.

Polished Silver

Valspar · 4008-1B

#B4B8B7

Livid Violet

Valspar · 4002-3C

#B8B0BC

Winter Calm

Valspar · 4001-1B

#BBB4B3

Soulful Grey

Valspar · 6004-1B

#BBB8AF

Frappé

Valspar · 6003-1B

#BFBAAF

Purple Freedom

Valspar · 4002-7C

#AEB0CB

More gray colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Fallen Rock

Dunn-Edwards · DE6389

#8E8583

Violet Shadow

Dunn-Edwards · DEA192

#4D4860

Gray Area

Behr · 770F-4

#85A0A0

Charcoal Linen

Benjamin Moore · 2133-40

#7D8085

Rock of Ages

Vista Paint · K-921

#6F6A5D

Intercoastal Gray

Behr · MQ5-23

#A5B0B9

Autumn Fog — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Autumn Fog have?
Autumn Fog by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Autumn Fog from other brands?
The closest matches are Crestline by Dunn-Edwards (#B4BCBF), Blue Springs by Benjamin Moore (#B5BCBD), Smoke Screen by PPG (#ADB6B9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Autumn Fog?
Autumn Fog has an LRV of 48.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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