Cathedral Stone 4003-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #979492, 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.
Ref. #979492 · 4003-2A
Cathedral Stone
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cathedral Stone Technical Profile
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Cathedral Stone in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cathedral Stone in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCathedral Stone
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSparrow
Sparrow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Soho Loft
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Art Critique
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gray Shingle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stone Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Gray Soapstone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Anonymous
Behr
Nearly identical
Sparrow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Padlock Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Telegrey 1
RAL
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cathedral Stone
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Cathedral Stone.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Cathedral Stone in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cathedral Stone from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cathedral Stone are Sparrow by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Soho Loft by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Art Critique by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cathedral Stone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.