Crucible 4006-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6B7177, 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.
Ref. #6B7177 · 4006-2B
Crucible
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Crucible Technical Profile
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Crucible in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Crucible in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCrucible
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyPlated Blue
Plated Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Old Silk
PPG
Nearly identical
Made in the Shade
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Backwater
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Shower
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Draw Your Sword
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dawn Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wall Street
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dusty Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crucible
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Crucible.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crucible — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crucible have?
Crucible by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Crucible in your own space before committing.
What colors match Crucible from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crucible are Plated Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Old Silk by PPG (a near-identical match), Made in the Shade by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Crucible's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.