Gray Exposé 5007-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9B9D94, estimated LRV 33 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Metal .04 from Colorhouse (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #9B9D94 · 5007-2A
Gray Exposé
33%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gray Exposé Technical Profile
HEX Code#9B9D94
RGB155, 157, 148
Estimated LRV33.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Metal .04
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#9FA198
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#9B9B8F
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Colors That Work With Gray Exposé
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Exposé
#9B9D94
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Exposé
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Exposé 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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Gray Exposé — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Exposé have?
Gray Exposé by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Gray Exposé from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Exposé are Metal .04 by Colorhouse (a close digital match), Misty Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Signal Grey by RAL (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gray Exposé'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 Gray Exposé?
Gray Exposé has a estimated lightness value of 33.2, 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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