Ref. #A9B4A5 · 5005-4A
Ballroom Dancing
44%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ballroom Dancing Technical Profile
What color is Ballroom Dancing? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A9B4A5. Colors similar to Ballroom Dancing include Benjamin Moore Sage Wisdom, Dunn-Edwards Graceful Green, Sherwin-Williams Forever Green. Ballroom Dancing has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Ballroom Dancing depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Ballroom Dancing 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 Ballroom Dancing
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Sage Wisdom
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Graceful Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Forever Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fair Maiden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fair Maiden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Still Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Moss Green Metallic
MPC
Nearly identical
Statue Green
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ballroom Dancing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ballroom Dancing
#A9B4A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ballroom Dancing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ballroom Dancing 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 Ballroom Dancing.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ballroom Dancing — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ballroom Dancing have?
Ballroom Dancing by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ballroom Dancing from other brands?
The closest matches are Sage Wisdom by Benjamin Moore (#AAB6A6), Graceful Green by Dunn-Edwards (#ACB7A8), Forever Green by Sherwin-Williams (#AAB4A7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ballroom Dancing?
Ballroom Dancing has an LRV of 43.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ballroom Dancing's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.