"Calm, Cool and Collected" 8004-32A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D8DBD7, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is First Frost from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #D8DBD7 · 8004-32A
"Calm, Cool and Collected"
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
"Calm, Cool and Collected" Technical Profile
HEX Code#D8DBD7
RGB216, 219, 215
Estimated LRV70.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to "Calm, Cool and Collected"
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First Frost
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#DBDED9
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Alaskan Husky
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#D5D8D3
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Cool Fog
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#D4D8D4
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Baltic Gray
Dutch Boy
#DADBD7
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Fleur de Sel
Sherwin-Williams
#DCDDD8
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Metal Flake
Hirshfield's
#D8DCD6
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Husky Grey
PPG
#DADEDC
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Misty Coast
Behr
#D5D9D3
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Colors That Work With "Calm, Cool and Collected"
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
"Calm, Cool and Collected"
#D8DBD7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for "Calm, Cool and Collected"
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
"Calm, Cool and Collected" 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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"Calm, Cool and Collected" — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does "Calm, Cool and Collected" have?
"Calm, Cool and Collected" by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 "Calm, Cool and Collected" from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to "Calm, Cool and Collected" are First Frost by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Alaskan Husky by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Cool Fog by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting "Calm, Cool and Collected"'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 "Calm, Cool and Collected"?
"Calm, Cool and Collected" has a estimated lightness value of 70.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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