Ref. #C9C9C3 · 5006-1B
Notre Dame
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Notre Dame Technical Profile
What color is Notre Dame? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #C9C9C3. Colors similar to Notre Dame include Benjamin Moore Silver Chain, Benjamin Moore Harbor, Vista Paint Snowglory. Notre Dame has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Notre Dame 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, Notre Dame 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 Notre Dame
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Notre Dame
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Notre Dame
#C9C9C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Notre Dame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Notre Dame 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 Notre Dame.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Notre Dame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Notre Dame have?
Notre Dame by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Notre Dame from other brands?
The closest matches are Silver Chain by Benjamin Moore (#C8C8C3), Harbor by Benjamin Moore (#C8C8C3), Snowglory by Vista Paint (#C7C7C2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Notre Dame?
Notre Dame has an LRV of 58.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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