Rocky Bluffs 4003-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #ADA9A4, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Song Sparrow from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ADA9A4 · 4003-1C
Rocky Bluffs
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Rocky Bluffs Technical Profile
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Rocky Bluffs in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rocky Bluffs in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRocky Bluffs
Nearly identical
PPGSong Sparrow
Song Sparrow
PPG
Nearly identical
Moleskin
Behr
Nearly identical
Distant Dusk
Dunn-Edwards
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
Simply Neutral
Kilz
Very similar
Weatherworn Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
White Aluminium
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rocky Bluffs
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
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
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
Rocky Bluffs 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 Rocky Bluffs.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rocky Bluffs — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rocky Bluffs have?
Rocky Bluffs 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 Rocky Bluffs in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rocky Bluffs from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rocky Bluffs are Song Sparrow by PPG (a near-identical match), Moleskin by Behr (a near-identical match), Distant Dusk by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rocky Bluffs'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 Rocky Bluffs?
Rocky Bluffs has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rocky Bluffs's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.