Gray Silt 6002-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #ACA799, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Well-Crafted from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ACA799 · 6002-1C
Gray Silt
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gray Silt Technical Profile
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Gray Silt in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gray Silt in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGray Silt
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsWell-Crafted
Well-Crafted
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chatroom
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Promenade Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sandy Hook Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sharkskin
PPG
Nearly identical
Terrace Taupe
Behr
Nearly identical
Stone .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Homespun Linen
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
In the Hills
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Khaki
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gray Silt
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gray Silt
#ACA799
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gray Silt
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gray Silt 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 Silt.
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 Silt — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gray Silt have?
Gray Silt 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 Gray Silt in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gray Silt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Silt are Well-Crafted by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Chatroom by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Promenade Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gray Silt'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 Silt?
Gray Silt has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gray Silt's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.