Ref. #D1D6D6 · 4007-1A
Pelican
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pelican Technical Profile
What color is Pelican? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #D1D6D6. Colors similar to Pelican include MPC Lake George, Sherwin-Williams Olympus White, Sherwin-Williams Misty. Pelican has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Pelican 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 cool neutral, Pelican pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Pelican
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pelican
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pelican
#D1D6D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pelican
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pelican 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 Pelican.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pelican — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pelican have?
Pelican by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pelican from other brands?
The closest matches are Lake George by MPC (#D3D8D8), Olympus White by Sherwin-Williams (#D4D8D7), Misty by Sherwin-Williams (#CDD2D2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pelican?
Pelican has an LRV of 66.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pelican's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.