Gray Silt 6002-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #ACA799, estimated 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.
Valspar · #ACA799 · 6002-1C
Gray Silt
39%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Gray Silt Technical Profile
HEX Code#ACA799
RGB172, 167, 153
Estimated LRV38.7
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Gray Silt
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Well-Crafted
Dunn-Edwards
#AEA898
Close digital match
Chatroom
Sherwin-Williams
#B0AB9C
Close digital match
Promenade Gray
Dutch Boy
#B0AB9C
Close digital match
Sandy Hook Gray
Benjamin Moore
#AFA998
Close digital match
Sharkskin
PPG
#B1AA9C
Close digital match
Terrace Taupe
Behr
#B2AB9C
Close digital match
Stone .05
Colorhouse
#AAA593
Close digital match
Homespun Linen
Vista Paint
#B3AC9E
Close digital match
Hardwick White
Farrow & Ball
#B5AFA0
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In the Hills
Hirshfield's
#AEA69B
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Khaki
Kilz
#B3A997
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Colors That Work With Gray Silt
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Gray Silt from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gray Silt are Well-Crafted by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Chatroom by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Promenade Gray by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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