Montana Moss 6009-3 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #595244, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Muddled Basil from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #595244 · 6009-3
Montana Moss
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Montana Moss Technical Profile
HEX Code#595244
RGB89, 82, 68
Estimated LRV8.6
UndertoneNeutral
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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Colors That Work With Montana Moss
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Montana Moss
#595244
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#767D53
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Montana Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Montana Moss Room Palettes
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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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Montana Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Montana Moss have?
Montana Moss by Valspar has a neutral 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 Montana Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Montana Moss are Muddled Basil by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Swiss Brown by Behr (a close digital match), Green Grove by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Montana Moss'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 Montana Moss?
Montana Moss has a estimated lightness value of 8.6, 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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