Bay Waves 4008-1A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CED1D0, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Pearl from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CED1D0 · 4008-1A
Bay Waves
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bay Waves Technical Profile
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Bay Waves in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bay Waves in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBay Waves
Nearly identical
BehrGray Pearl
Gray Pearl
Behr
Nearly identical
Chalk Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Grey Mare
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Elemental
PPG
Nearly identical
Misty
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Whitestone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Moonlit Walk
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Silver Spoon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Telegrey 4
RAL
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bay Waves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bay Waves
#CED1D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A7AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bay Waves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bay Waves 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 Bay Waves.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bay Waves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bay Waves have?
Bay Waves 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 Bay Waves in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bay Waves from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bay Waves are Gray Pearl by Behr (a near-identical match), Gris Perla by Behr (a near-identical match), Chalk Gray by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bay Waves'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 Bay Waves?
Bay Waves has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bay Waves's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.