Ref. #B4B8B7 · 4008-1B
Polished Silver
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Polished Silver Technical Profile
What color is Polished Silver? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #B4B8B7. Colors similar to Polished Silver include Vista Paint Marseilles, Sherwin-Williams Colonial Revival Gray, Behr Lunar Surface. Polished Silver has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Polished Silver depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Polished Silver 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 Polished Silver
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Marseilles
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Colonial Revival Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lunar Surface
Behr
Nearly identical
Marseilles
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Marina Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gray Stone
PPG
Nearly identical
Covered in Platinum
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Streamlined Silver
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polished Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polished Silver
#B4B8B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A3AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polished Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polished Silver 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 Polished Silver.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polished Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polished Silver have?
Polished Silver by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Polished Silver from other brands?
The closest matches are Marseilles by Vista Paint (#B6BAB9), Colonial Revival Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#B4B9B9), Lunar Surface by Behr (#B6B9B9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Polished Silver?
Polished Silver has an LRV of 47.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Polished Silver's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.