Gracious Gray 8004-32D is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A6ABA1, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Clouds from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A6ABA1 · 8004-32D
Gracious Gray
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gracious Gray Technical Profile
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Gracious Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gracious Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGracious Gray
Nearly identical
BehrSilver Clouds
Silver Clouds
Behr
Nearly identical
Light Drizzle
PPG
Nearly identical
Sabre Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Woodsy Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Unusual Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Silverado Ranch
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silverado Ranch
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pebble Walk
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stone Cold
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gracious Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gracious Gray
#A6ABA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gracious Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gracious 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 Gracious Gray.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gracious Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gracious Gray have?
Gracious Gray by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Gracious Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gracious Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gracious Gray are Silver Clouds by Behr (a near-identical match), Light Drizzle by PPG (a near-identical match), Sabre Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gracious 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 Gracious Gray?
Gracious Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.8, 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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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 Gracious Gray's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.