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Ref. #ADA9A4 · 4003-1C

Rocky Bluffs

40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Rocky Bluffs Technical Profile

What color is Rocky Bluffs? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #ADA9A4. Colors similar to Rocky Bluffs include MPC Grey Haven, Behr Moleskin, Sherwin-Williams Proper Gray. Rocky Bluffs has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Rocky Bluffs depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Rocky Bluffs pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.

HEX Code#ADA9A4
RGB173, 169, 164
LRV39.9
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors Similar to Rocky Bluffs

Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.

Grey Haven

MPC

Nearly identical

Moleskin

Behr

Nearly identical

Proper Gray

Sherwin-Williams

Nearly identical

Smoky Wings

Vista Paint

Nearly identical

Smoky Wings

Hirshfield's

Very similar

Stone Harbor

Benjamin Moore

Very similar

Slate Pebble

PPG

Very similar

Simply Neutral

Kilz

Very similar
Recommended Pairings

Colors That Work With Rocky Bluffs

Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall

Living room with applied paint colors

Side Walls

Rocky Bluffs

#ADA9A4

Accent Wall

Tonal Shift

A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.

#ABAD85

Trim & Molding

Pure White

Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.

#FFFFFF

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Color Palettes for Rocky Bluffs

Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast

Base

Cape May Cobblestone

Complement

Hazy Purple

Rocky Bluffs Room Palettes

Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Prairie Foliage

Pop

Cattle Drive

Warm & Inviting

Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Alpine Top

Pop

Bravo!

Cool & Calm

Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful

Walls

This Color

Trim

Ultra White

Accent

Low Tide

Pop

Pat-a-Pep

Bold Contrast

Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking

Similar Valspar Colors

Other Valspar colors close to Rocky Bluffs.

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Embarrassed Shadow

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#B7A49F

Artemis

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#B0A998

Koala

Valspar · 8005-8D

#B5A79A

Pick of the Litter

Valspar · 8004-7C

#B8A59B

Graceful Gray

Valspar · 8006-2E

#A8A298

More gray colors from other brands

Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.

Violet Shadow

Dunn-Edwards · DEA192

#4D4860

Gray Area

Behr · 770F-4

#85A0A0

Charcoal Linen

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#7D8085

Rock of Ages

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#6F6A5D

Intercoastal Gray

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#A5B0B9

Rookwood Blue Green

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#738478

Rocky Bluffs — Frequently Asked Questions

What undertone does Rocky Bluffs have?
Rocky Bluffs by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Rocky Bluffs from other brands?
The closest matches are Grey Haven by MPC (#ABA8A4), Moleskin by Behr (#ABA6A0), Proper Gray by Sherwin-Williams (#ADA8A5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rocky Bluffs?
Rocky Bluffs has an LRV of 39.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.

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