Mellow Tune 5003-1B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C6CCC2, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shy Green from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6CCC2 · 5003-1B
Mellow Tune
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mellow Tune Technical Profile
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Mellow Tune in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mellow Tune in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMellow Tune
Nearly identical
BehrShy Green
Shy Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Life Lesson
PPG
Nearly identical
Sea Spray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gray Wisp
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Loden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Leaf .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Silvered Cloud
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silhouette
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Loden Frost
Kilz
Very similar
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mellow Tune
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mellow Tune
#C6CCC2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mellow Tune
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mellow Tune 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 Mellow Tune.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mellow Tune — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mellow Tune have?
Mellow Tune by Valspar has a neutral 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 Mellow Tune in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mellow Tune from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mellow Tune are Shy Green by Behr (a near-identical match), Life Lesson by PPG (a near-identical match), Sea Spray by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mellow Tune'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 Mellow Tune?
Mellow Tune has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Mellow Tune's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.