Modern Gray 8005-1A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DBDAD6, LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shoreline from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBDAD6 · 8005-1A
Modern Gray
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Modern Gray Technical Profile
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Modern Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Modern Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparModern Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreShoreline
Shoreline
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
First Star
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Winter Morn
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dimpse
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Whispering Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Statuesque
Behr
Nearly identical
Baltic Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
White Kitten
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Shining Scale
PPG
Nearly identical
Ice Cavern
Kilz
Nearly identical
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Modern Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Modern Gray
#DBDAD6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Modern Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Modern 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 Modern Gray.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Modern Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Modern Gray have?
Modern Gray by Valspar has a neutral 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 Modern Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Modern Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Modern Gray are Shoreline by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), First Star by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Winter Morn by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Modern 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 Modern Gray?
Modern Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 70.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Modern Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.