Filtered Shade 4003-1B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CDCBC8, estimated LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Steely Gaze from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CDCBC8 · 4003-1B
Filtered Shade
60%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Filtered Shade Technical Profile
HEX Code#CDCBC8
RGB205, 203, 200
Estimated LRV59.9
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 Familygray
BrandValspar
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#CDCCCA
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#CECDCB
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Colors That Work With Filtered Shade
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Filtered Shade
#CDCBC8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Filtered Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Filtered Shade Room Palettes
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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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Filtered Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Filtered Shade have?
Filtered Shade by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Filtered Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Filtered Shade are Steely Gaze by PPG (a close digital match), Zircon by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Graycloth by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Filtered Shade'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 Filtered Shade?
Filtered Shade has a estimated lightness value of 59.9, 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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