Orchid Ash 4003-3B is a off-white paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D2D8E0, LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aster Petal from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2D8E0 · 4003-3B
Orchid Ash
68%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Orchid Ash Technical Profile
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Orchid Ash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Orchid Ash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparOrchid Ash
Nearly identical
PPGAster Petal
Aster Petal
PPG
Nearly identical
Romance in Bloom
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wishful Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Wood Aster
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Violet Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sparkling Frost
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mainsail
Behr
Nearly identical
Letter To Juliet
Kilz
Very similar
Cool Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Orchid Ash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Orchid Ash
#D2D8E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Orchid Ash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Orchid Ash 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 Orchid Ash.
More off-white colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the off-white family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Orchid Ash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Orchid Ash have?
Orchid Ash by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Orchid Ash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Orchid Ash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Orchid Ash are Aster Petal by PPG (a near-identical match), Twinkle Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Palest Morning Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Orchid Ash'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 Orchid Ash?
Orchid Ash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Orchid Ash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.