Elephant Gray 4006-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7B8189, LRV 22 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Serious Gray from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7B8189 · 4006-2A
Elephant Gray
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Elephant Gray Technical Profile
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Elephant Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elephant Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparElephant Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSerious Gray
Serious Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Industrialized
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Charcoal Linen
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shadow Mountain
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Evening Shadow
PPG
Very similar
Deep Shale
Behr
Very similar
Whale Tail
Kilz
Very similar
Tarnished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elephant Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elephant Gray
#7B8189
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elephant Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elephant Gray 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 Elephant Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elephant Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elephant Gray have?
Elephant Gray 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 Elephant Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elephant Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elephant Gray are Serious Gray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Downing Slate by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Industrialized by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elephant Gray'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 Elephant Gray?
Elephant Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.7, 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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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 Elephant Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.