Gray Exposé 5007-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9B9D94, 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.
Ref. #9B9D94 · 5007-2A
Gray Exposé
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gray Exposé Technical Profile
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Gray Exposé in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Exposé in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGray Exposé
Nearly identical
ColorhouseMetal .04
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Misty Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Signal Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Arctic Shadows
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Greycliffe
PPG
Nearly identical
Pussy Willow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Acacia Haze
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hunters Hollow
Behr
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cannon Ball
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antiquated Pewter
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Cold
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Exposé
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Gray Exposé.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gray Exposé in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Exposé from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Exposé are Metal .04 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match), Misty Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Signal Grey by RAL (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Exposé's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.