Polar Star 4005-1A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D7D9D8, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Graytint from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D7D9D8 · 4005-1A
Polar Star
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Polar Star Technical Profile
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Polar Star in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Polar Star in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPolar Star
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGraytint
Graytint
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Windchill
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Thin Ice
PPG
Nearly identical
Drizzle
Behr
Nearly identical
Lilac Cream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Frosted Silver
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silver Setting
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Diamond Stud
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Light Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Whispering Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Borrowed Light
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polar Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polar Star
#D7D9D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polar Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polar Star 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 Polar Star.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polar Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polar Star have?
Polar Star by Valspar has a neutral 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 Polar Star in your own space before committing.
What colors match Polar Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polar Star are Graytint by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Windchill by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Thin Ice by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Polar Star'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 Polar Star?
Polar Star has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Polar Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.