Royal Gray 4006-4A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #788FA1, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Americana from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #788FA1 · 4006-4A
Royal Gray
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Royal Gray Technical Profile
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Royal Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Royal Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRoyal Gray
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyAmericana
Americana
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bracing Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stormy Sky Blue
PPG
Very similar
Coastal Vista
Behr
Very similar
China Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Vintage Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Wild Blue Yonder
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Breath-Taking View
Vista Paint
Very similar
Breath-Taking View
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Royal Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Royal Gray
#788FA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8587AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Royal Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Royal Gray 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 Royal Gray.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Royal Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Royal Gray have?
Royal Gray by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Royal Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Royal Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Royal Gray are Americana by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Bracing Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Brookside Blue by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Royal Gray'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 Royal Gray?
Royal Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.2, 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 Royal Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.