Moon Shadow 8005-11A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DCD8D6, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Go To Gray from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DCD8D6 · 8005-11A
Moon Shadow
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Moon Shadow Technical Profile
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Moon Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moon Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMoon Shadow
Nearly identical
PPGGo To Gray
Go To Gray
PPG
Nearly identical
Fleur De Sel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sweet Musette
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Jodhpur Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Blackened
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Misted Mauve
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Old Grey Mare
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silver Bells
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Original White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lilac Cream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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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 sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Moon Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moon Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moon Shadow are Go To Gray by PPG (a near-identical match), Fleur De Sel by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sweet Musette by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Moon Shadow'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 Moon Shadow?
Moon Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Moon Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.