Ref. #888886 · 4004-2A
Grey Suit
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Grey Suit Technical Profile
What color is Grey Suit? It's a deep neutral gray with the hex code #888886. Colors similar to Grey Suit include Benjamin Moore Cinder, Dunn-Edwards Looking Glass, MPC Institute Gray. Grey Suit has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Grey Suit depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Grey Suit is a true neutral — pair with any wood, any metal, any trim color. Off-white trim works in most homes; brushed nickel or matte black hardware both read well across spaces. True neutrals read consistently across lighting conditions, which is why they're popular base colors. They inherit a faint warm cast under 2700K and a cool cast under 4000K, but never dramatically.
Colors Similar to Grey Suit
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cinder
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Looking Glass
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Institute Gray
MPC
Nearly identical
Natural Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Downpour
PPG
Nearly identical
Cast in Stone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Approaching Storm
Kilz
Nearly identical
Classic French Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Grey Suit
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grey Suit
#888886
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 Grey Suit
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grey Suit 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 Grey Suit.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Grey Suit — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grey Suit have?
Grey Suit by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Grey Suit from other brands?
The closest matches are Cinder by Benjamin Moore (#878684), Looking Glass by Dunn-Edwards (#888786), Institute Gray by MPC (#888884). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Grey Suit?
Grey Suit has an LRV of 24.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Grey Suit's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.