Cathedral Stone 4003-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #979492, estimated LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sparrow from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #979492 · 4003-2A
Cathedral Stone
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cathedral Stone Technical Profile
HEX Code#979492
RGB151, 148, 146
Estimated LRV29.8
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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#999594
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#9A9593
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Art Critique
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#979490
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#949392
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#9B9895
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#999897
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Anonymous
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#949494
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Sparrow
Hirshfield's
#999494
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Colors That Work With Cathedral Stone
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cathedral Stone
#979492
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cathedral Stone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cathedral Stone 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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Cathedral Stone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cathedral Stone have?
Cathedral Stone by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Cathedral Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cathedral Stone are Sparrow by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Soho Loft by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Art Critique by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cathedral Stone'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 Cathedral Stone?
Cathedral Stone has a estimated lightness value of 29.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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