Lead Cast 5007-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #85877E, estimated 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.
Valspar · #85877E · 5007-2B
Lead Cast
24%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Lead Cast Technical Profile
HEX Code#85877E
RGB133, 135, 126
Estimated LRV23.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Lead Cast
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Lead Cast from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lead Cast are Willowleaf by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Woodcraft by Behr (a close digital match), Slippery Shale by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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