Ref. #454751 · 8004-47G
Downing Street
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Downing Street Technical Profile
What color is Downing Street? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #454751. Colors similar to Downing Street include RAL Slate Grey, Behr Virtuoso, Benjamin Moore Evening Sky. Downing Street has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 6, Downing Street creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Downing Street pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Downing Street
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Downing Street
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Downing Street
#454751
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E5079
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Downing Street
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Downing Street 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 Downing Street.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Downing Street — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Downing Street have?
Downing Street by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Downing Street from other brands?
The closest matches are Slate Grey by RAL (#434750), Virtuoso by Behr (#474956), Evening Sky by Benjamin Moore (#474A57). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Downing Street?
Downing Street has an LRV of 6.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Downing Street's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.