Lilac Gray 1003-9C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9C8C8B, LRV 28 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Coquina from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9C8C8B · 1003-9C
Lilac Gray
28%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Lilac Gray Technical Profile
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Lilac Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lilac Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLilac Gray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCoquina
Coquina
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gray Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Wet Concrete
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tribeca
Behr
Nearly identical
Silvered Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Luberon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Forlorn
Kilz
Very similar
Bush Buck
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sulking Room Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lilac Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lilac Gray
#9C8C8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lilac Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lilac Gray 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 Lilac Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lilac Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lilac Gray have?
Lilac Gray by Valspar has a warm (pink) 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 Lilac Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lilac Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lilac Gray are Coquina by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Gray Violet by PPG (a near-identical match), Wet Concrete by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lilac Gray'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 Lilac Gray?
Lilac Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Lilac Gray's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.