Ref. #DCD8D6 · 8005-11A
Moon Shadow
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Moon Shadow Technical Profile
What color is Moon Shadow? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #DCD8D6. Colors similar to Moon Shadow include PPG Go To Gray, Vista Paint Sweet Musette, Dunn-Edwards Snow Peak. Moon Shadow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 69, Moon Shadow sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Moon Shadow pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Moon Shadow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Go To Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Sweet Musette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Snow Peak
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Jodhpur Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Blackened
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Old Grey Mare
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silver Bells
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Original White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moon Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moon Shadow
#DCD8D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moon Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moon Shadow 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 Moon Shadow.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moon Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moon Shadow have?
Moon Shadow by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Moon Shadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Go To Gray by PPG (#DCD8D7), Sweet Musette by Vista Paint (#D9D7D6), Snow Peak by Dunn-Edwards (#E0DCDB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Moon Shadow?
Moon Shadow has an LRV of 69.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Moon Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.