Lilac Gray 1003-9C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9C8C8B, estimated 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.
Valspar · #9C8C8B · 1003-9C
Lilac Gray
28%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Lilac Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#9C8C8B
RGB156, 140, 139
Estimated LRV27.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#9D8D8E
Close digital match
Gray Violet
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#9B8E8E
Close digital match
Wet Concrete
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#9D8A8A
Close digital match
Tribeca
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#A18F8C
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#9F8E90
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Colors That Work With Lilac Gray
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Lilac Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lilac Gray are Coquina by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Gray Violet by PPG (a close digital match), Wet Concrete by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Lilac Gray's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.