Gentle Shadows 8005-5A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DACFC0, LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stirabout from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DACFC0 · 8005-5A
Gentle Shadows
63%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gentle Shadows Technical Profile
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Gentle Shadows in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gentle Shadows in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGentle Shadows
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallStirabout
Stirabout
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Natural Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fine Grain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Roman Plaster
Behr
Nearly identical
Litchfield Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cool Concrete
PPG
Nearly identical
Plymouth Beige
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Awakening
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Papyrus
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sandstone Tint
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gentle Shadows
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gentle Shadows
#DACFC0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gentle Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gentle Shadows 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 Gentle Shadows.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gentle Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gentle Shadows have?
Gentle Shadows by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gentle Shadows in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gentle Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gentle Shadows are Stirabout by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Natural Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Fine Grain by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gentle Shadows'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 Gentle Shadows?
Gentle Shadows has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gentle Shadows's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.