Ironclad 5008-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7F7962, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Castle Moss from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F7962 · 5008-2B
Ironclad
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Ironclad in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ironclad in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparIronclad
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCastle Moss
Castle Moss
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Knotweed
Behr
Nearly identical
Denali Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sonata
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pining for You
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sonata
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dibber
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Country Tweed
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Olive Wood
Kilz
Very similar
Positively Palm
PPG
Very similar
Stone .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ironclad
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ironclad
#7F7962
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94A173
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ironclad
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ironclad 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 Ironclad.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ironclad — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ironclad have?
Ironclad 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 Ironclad in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ironclad from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ironclad are Castle Moss by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Knotweed by Behr (a near-identical match), Denali Green by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ironclad'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 Ironclad?
Ironclad has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Ironclad's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.