Grandma's Linen 6001-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9B9B88, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Creekside Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9B9B88 · 6001-1C
Grandma's Linen
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Grandma's Linen Technical Profile
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Grandma's Linen in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Grandma's Linen in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGrandma's Linen
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCreekside Green
Creekside Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Green Earth
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Elemental Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Milk Thistle
Behr
Nearly identical
Rock Wall
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Smoky Slate
PPG
Nearly identical
Wainscot Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mossed Thicket
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Weeping Willow
Kilz
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grandma's Linen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grandma's Linen
#9B9B88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grandma's Linen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grandma's Linen 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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Grandma's Linen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grandma's Linen have?
Grandma's Linen by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Grandma's Linen in your own space before committing.
What colors match Grandma's Linen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grandma's Linen are Creekside Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Raintree Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Green Earth by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Grandma's Linen'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 Grandma's Linen?
Grandma's Linen has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.2, 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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