Filtered Shade

Technical Profile

What color is Filtered Shade? It's a light neutral gray with the hex code #CDCBC8. Colors similar to Filtered Shade include Sherwin-Williams Zircon, Benjamin Moore Cement Gray, Behr Mexican Silver. Comparing swatches side by side is the best way to spot the subtle differences that distinguish these close color relatives. Filtered Shade has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Understanding a color's undertone is key to avoiding combinations that clash — it often matters more than the surface color itself. Filtered Shade (#CDCBC8) by Valspar is a light gray paint color with a understated, nearly neutral quality. It delivers a bright, welcoming quality that keeps interiors feeling fresh. On the temperature spectrum this shade stays balanced between warm and cool, making it exceptionally versatile. Its RGB channels are closely balanced, contributing to its neutral, even-keeled visual character. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, it reflects the vast majority of light, helping smaller rooms feel more spacious. Light neutrals like this are go-to choices for whole-home color schemes, working seamlessly in living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, and hallways without competing with decor. Eggshell or satin finishes complement light tones nicely, balancing a subtle sheen with durability for high-traffic areas. As a balanced neutral, Filtered Shade coordinates with virtually any accent color — from warm golds and blush to cool blues and greens. Its neutral undertone means trim and ceiling whites should lean neutral to avoid a jarring clash. If Valspar is unavailable in your area, close cross-brand alternatives exist from Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Behr and others. In terms of mood and atmosphere, Filtered Shade offers effortless elegance — it recedes gracefully, supporting any décor direction from modern farmhouse to contemporary. Designers often reach for shades like this when the goal is to shape how a room feels, not just how it looks. This shade is a natural fit for virtually every design style from minimalist Japandi to rustic farmhouse to sleek contemporary. As part of the Valspar palette, Filtered Shade benefits from a curated selection of coordinating colors that the brand recommends for trim, accent, and ceiling pairings. High-LRV colors like Filtered Shade are forgiving in most lighting conditions, but they can pick up reflected color from adjacent walls, flooring, or large furniture pieces, so evaluate samples in situ. This tone works well alongside natural textures like jute rugs, bleached wood, ceramic tile, and woven baskets, building an inviting, tactile space. You can order Filtered Shade (4003-1B) directly from Valspar or through major paint retailers, and we recommend purchasing a peel-and-stick sample to preview it on your wall before buying gallons.