Porcelain Shale 5006-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #82837C, LRV 22 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Geddy Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #82837C · 5006-2B
Porcelain Shale
22%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Porcelain Shale Technical Profile
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Porcelain Shale in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Porcelain Shale in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPorcelain Shale
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGeddy Gray
Geddy Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pier
Behr
Nearly identical
Paved Path
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cityscape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Fieldstone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Creek Bed
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Very similar
Downpour
PPG
Very similar
Smokey Eyes
Kilz
Very similar
Relaxed Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Porcelain Shale
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Porcelain Shale
#82837C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#93AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Porcelain Shale
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Porcelain Shale 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 Porcelain Shale.
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Porcelain Shale — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Porcelain Shale have?
Porcelain Shale by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Porcelain Shale in your own space before committing.
What colors match Porcelain Shale from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Porcelain Shale are Geddy Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Chelsea Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pier by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Porcelain Shale'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 Porcelain Shale?
Porcelain Shale has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Porcelain Shale's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.