Ganymede 8006-12C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B8B4B4, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pashmina from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #B8B4B4 · 8006-12C
Ganymede
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ganymede Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8B4B4
RGB184, 180, 180
Estimated LRV46.1
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Ganymede
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ganymede
#B8B4B4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ganymede
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ganymede 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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Ganymede — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ganymede have?
Ganymede 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 Ganymede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ganymede are Pashmina by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Silver Bells by PPG (a close digital match), Ponder by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ganymede'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 Ganymede?
Ganymede has a estimated lightness value of 46.1, 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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