Canadian Fir 5004-4C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #51665E, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Shaded Grove from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #51665E · 5004-4C
Canadian Fir
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Canadian Fir in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Canadian Fir in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCanadian Fir
Nearly identical
PPGDeep Shaded Grove
Deep Shaded Grove
PPG
Nearly identical
Lunar Basalt
Behr
Nearly identical
Deep in the Jungle
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Under the Sea
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rookwood Sash Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hazelwood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Woodland Fern
Vista Paint
Very similar
Luscious Spruce
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Douter
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Canadian Fir
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Canadian Fir
#51665E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E878C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Canadian Fir
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Canadian Fir 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 Canadian Fir.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Canadian Fir — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Canadian Fir have?
Canadian Fir 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 Canadian Fir in your own space before committing.
What colors match Canadian Fir from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Canadian Fir are Deep Shaded Grove by PPG (a near-identical match), Obligation by PPG (a near-identical match), Lunar Basalt by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Canadian Fir'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 Canadian Fir?
Canadian Fir has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Canadian Fir's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.