Nuance 5005-3C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B6BDB3, LRV 50 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Patio Gray from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B6BDB3 · 5005-3C
Nuance
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Nuance Technical Profile
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Nuance in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nuance in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNuance
Nearly identical
KilzPatio Gray
Patio Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Green Smoke
PPG
Nearly identical
Misted Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Celadon
Behr
Nearly identical
Hazel Gaze
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Morning Dew
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Frosted Olive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ashwood
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Historic Morning Dew
Vista Paint
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nuance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nuance
#B6BDB3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nuance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nuance 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 Nuance.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nuance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nuance have?
Nuance by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Nuance in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nuance from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nuance are Patio Gray by Kilz (a near-identical match), Green Smoke by PPG (a near-identical match), Misted Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nuance'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 Nuance?
Nuance has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Nuance's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.