Moon Shadow 8005-11A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DCD8D6, estimated 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.
Valspar · #DCD8D6 · 8005-11A
Moon Shadow
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Moon Shadow Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCD8D6
RGB220, 216, 214
Estimated LRV69.2
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 Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Go To Gray
PPG
#DCD8D7
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Fleur De Sel
Dunn-Edwards
#DDDAD7
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Sweet Musette
Vista Paint
#D9D7D6
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Jodhpur Tan
Behr
#DDD9D5
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Blackened
Farrow & Ball
#DDDBD9
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Misted Mauve
Dutch Boy
#DCD6D5
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Old Grey Mare
Hirshfield's
#DAD7D3
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Silver Bells
Benjamin Moore
#DDDAD6
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Original White
Sherwin-Williams
#E2DEDB
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Lilac Cream
Kilz
#D8D8D7
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Light Grey
RAL
#D7D7D7
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Colors That Work With Moon Shadow
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Moon Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moon Shadow are Go To Gray by PPG (a close digital match), Fleur De Sel by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sweet Musette by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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