Crucible 4006-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6B7177, estimated LRV 16 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plated Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #6B7177 · 4006-2B
Crucible
16%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Crucible Technical Profile
HEX Code#6B7177
RGB107, 113, 119
Estimated LRV16.3
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 Familygray
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Crucible
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
#6A7178
Close digital match
Old Silk
PPG
#6D737A
Close digital match
Made in the Shade
Vista Paint
#6B727A
Close digital match
Backwater
Hirshfield's
#687078
Close digital match
Gray Shower
Benjamin Moore
#6E7479
Close digital match
Draw Your Sword
Dunn-Edwards
#6C7179
Close digital match
Dawn Gray
Behr
#6B7174
Close digital match
Old Lamppost
Kilz
#70757A
Close digital match
Wall Street
Sherwin-Williams
#656D73
Close digital match
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
#626664
Visible digital difference
Dusty Grey
RAL
#7D7F7D
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Crucible
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crucible
#6B7177
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7373A2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crucible
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crucible 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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Crucible — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crucible have?
Crucible by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Crucible from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crucible are Plated Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Old Silk by PPG (a close digital match), Made in the Shade by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crucible'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 Crucible?
Crucible has a estimated lightness value of 16.3, 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 Crucible's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.