Ref. #85877E · 5007-2B
Lead Cast
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Lead Cast Technical Profile
What color is Lead Cast? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #85877E. Colors similar to Lead Cast include Sherwin-Williams Willowleaf, Behr Woodcraft, Vista Paint Slippery Shale. Lead Cast has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 24, Lead Cast creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Lead Cast pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Lead Cast
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Lead Cast from other brands?
The closest matches are Willowleaf by Sherwin-Williams (#85877B), Woodcraft by Behr (#84887D), Slippery Shale by Vista Paint (#848882). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lead Cast?
Lead Cast has an LRV of 23.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.