Mink Suede 8004-3E is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7F7574, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Mountain from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7F7574 · 8004-3E
Mink Suede
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Mink Suede Technical Profile
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Mink Suede in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mink Suede in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMink Suede
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGray Mountain
Gray Mountain
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Seal Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Platinum Grey
RAL
Very similar
Chinchilla
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Gris Volcanico
Behr
Very similar
Dark Raspberry Taupe
PPG
Very similar
Hickory Cliff
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Emu
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Vista Paint
Very similar
Acoustic Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mink Suede
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mink Suede
#7F7574
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9977D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mink Suede
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mink Suede 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 Mink Suede.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mink Suede — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mink Suede have?
Mink Suede by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mink Suede in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mink Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mink Suede are Gray Mountain by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Seal Gray by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Platinum Grey by RAL (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mink Suede'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 Mink Suede?
Mink Suede has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.5, 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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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 Mink Suede's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.