Oyster Bay 8004-3C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C9BFBD, LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gray Ashlar from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9BFBD · 8004-3C
Oyster Bay
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Oyster Bay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Oyster Bay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparOyster Bay
Nearly identical
BehrGray Ashlar
Gray Ashlar
Behr
Nearly identical
Dove Feather
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wintered Night
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fond Memory
PPG
Nearly identical
Vaguely Mauve
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Chocolate Milk
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Porcelain
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Orchid Shadow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Orchid Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oyster Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oyster Bay
#C9BFBD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA085
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oyster Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oyster Bay 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 Oyster Bay.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oyster Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oyster Bay have?
Oyster Bay 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 Oyster Bay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Oyster Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oyster Bay are Gray Ashlar by Behr (a near-identical match), Dove Feather by Kilz (a near-identical match), Wintered Night by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Oyster Bay'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 Oyster Bay?
Oyster Bay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.4, 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 Oyster Bay's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.