Drizzling Mist 4006-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9BA0A4, LRV 35 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Delray Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9BA0A4 · 4006-1C
Drizzling Mist
35%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Drizzling Mist Technical Profile
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Drizzling Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Drizzling Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDrizzling Mist
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreDelray Gray
Delray Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gray Suit
PPG
Nearly identical
Digital Nomad
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pencil Sketch
Behr
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silvered Chain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Let it Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Serving Platter
Kilz
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Drizzling Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Drizzling Mist
#9BA0A4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8587AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Drizzling Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Drizzling Mist 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 Drizzling Mist.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Drizzling Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Drizzling Mist have?
Drizzling Mist 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 Drizzling Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Drizzling Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Drizzling Mist are Delray Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Gray Suit by PPG (a near-identical match), Digital Nomad by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Drizzling Mist'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 Drizzling Mist?
Drizzling Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.8, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Drizzling Mist's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.