Crystal Noir 8005-12D is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A7A0A1, estimated LRV 36 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Timely Gray from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A7A0A1 · 8005-12D
Crystal Noir
36%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Crystal Noir Technical Profile
HEX Code#A7A0A1
RGB167, 160, 161
Estimated LRV35.9
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Crystal Noir
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crystal Noir
#A7A0A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9385
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crystal Noir
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crystal Noir 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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Crystal Noir — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crystal Noir have?
Crystal Noir by Valspar has a warm (pink) 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 Crystal Noir from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crystal Noir are Timely Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Equilibrium by PPG (a close digital match), Quest Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crystal Noir'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 Crystal Noir?
Crystal Noir has a estimated lightness value of 35.9, 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 Crystal Noir's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.