Ref. #757576 · 8006-11E
Ground Truth
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ground Truth Technical Profile
What color is Ground Truth? It's a deep neutral neutral with the hex code #757576. Colors similar to Ground Truth include Dunn-Edwards Bank Vault, Behr Complex Gray, MPC Bessemer Grey Met.. Ground Truth has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Ground Truth creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Ground Truth 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 Ground Truth
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ground Truth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ground Truth
#757576
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F79A5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ground Truth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ground Truth 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 Ground Truth.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ground Truth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ground Truth have?
Ground Truth by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Ground Truth from other brands?
The closest matches are Bank Vault by Dunn-Edwards (#757374), Complex Gray by Behr (#76777A), Bessemer Grey Met. by MPC (#797777). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ground Truth?
Ground Truth has an LRV of 17.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Ground Truth's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.