Chrome 8006-7C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #959B9E, estimated LRV 32 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Artemisia from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #959B9E · 8006-7C
Chrome
32%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Chrome Technical Profile
HEX Code#959B9E
RGB149, 155, 158
Estimated LRV32.3
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Artemisia
Dunn-Edwards
#939A9D
Close digital match
Cool Metalwork Grey
PPG
#989DA0
Close digital match
Pewter
Benjamin Moore
#989DA0
Close digital match
Dustblu
Sherwin-Williams
#959BA0
Close digital match
Pencil Sketch
Behr
#999DA0
Close digital match
Over the Moon
Dutch Boy
#90979B
Close digital match
Serving Platter
Kilz
#989D9D
Close digital match
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
#99A1A5
Close digital match
Metropolis Mood
Vista Paint
#9BA2A5
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Pearl Light Grey
RAL
#9C9C9C
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Colors That Work With Chrome
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chrome
#959B9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chrome
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chrome 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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Chrome — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chrome have?
Chrome by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Chrome from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chrome are Artemisia by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Cool Metalwork Grey by PPG (a close digital match), Pewter by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chrome'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 Chrome?
Chrome has a estimated lightness value of 32.3, 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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Why Chrome's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.