Lead Cast 5007-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #85877E, LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Willowleaf from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #85877E · 5007-2B
Lead Cast
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Lead Cast Technical Profile
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Lead Cast in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lead Cast in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLead Cast
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsWillowleaf
Willowleaf
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Woodcraft
Behr
Nearly identical
Slippery Shale
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Secret
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Paved Path
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Creek Bed
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Downpour
PPG
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lincoln Green
Kilz
Very similar
Relaxed Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone Grey
RAL
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lead Cast
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lead Cast
#85877E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lead Cast
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lead Cast 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 Lead Cast.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lead Cast — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lead Cast have?
Lead Cast by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Lead Cast in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lead Cast from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lead Cast are Willowleaf by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Woodcraft by Behr (a near-identical match), Slippery Shale by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lead Cast'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 Lead Cast?
Lead Cast has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.8, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lead Cast's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.