Dusky Morn 8004-7A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D7CDC6, estimated LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is My Alibi from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #D7CDC6 · 8004-7A
Dusky Morn
62%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dusky Morn Technical Profile
HEX Code#D7CDC6
RGB215, 205, 198
Estimated LRV62.2
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Dusky Morn
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
My Alibi
PPG
#D4CBC4
Close digital match
Sea Froth
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#D9D0C8
Close digital match
Weeping Birch
Dutch Boy
#D7CFC7
Close digital match
Whirlwind
Sherwin-Williams
#D8CFC6
Close digital match
Vision Of Light
Behr
#DDD1CA
Close digital match
Avorio
Vista Paint
#D4C8C0
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Thick Fog
Dunn-Edwards
#DCD3CE
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Impressionist Taupe
Kilz
#D0C6BF
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#D1CBC3
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Colors That Work With Dusky Morn
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusky Morn
#D7CDC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusky Morn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusky Morn 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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Dusky Morn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusky Morn have?
Dusky Morn by Valspar has a neutral 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 Dusky Morn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusky Morn are My Alibi by PPG (a close digital match), River Rock by PPG (a close digital match), Sea Froth by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dusky Morn'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 Dusky Morn?
Dusky Morn has a estimated lightness value of 62.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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