Montana Moss 6009-3 is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #595244, 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.
Ref. #595244 · 6009-3
Montana Moss
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Montana Moss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Montana Moss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMontana Moss
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMuddled Basil
Muddled Basil
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Swiss Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Grove
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Grime
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pilot Rock
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burnt Bark
PPG
Nearly identical
Deeply Rooted
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Reduced Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Chiaroscuro
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Binoculars
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Beige
RAL
Visible difference
Clay .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Montana Moss
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
Pure 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
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 Montana Moss.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Montana Moss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Montana Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Montana Moss are Muddled Basil by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Swiss Brown by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Grove by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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