Rugged Suede 4003-2B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7B7875, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Great Gray Owl from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7B7875 · 4003-2B
Rugged Suede
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rugged Suede Technical Profile
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Rugged Suede in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rugged Suede in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRugged Suede
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsGreat Gray Owl
Great Gray Owl
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
On the Edge
PPG
Nearly identical
Westchester Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ocean Frigate
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Greyhound
Behr
Nearly identical
Smokey Eyes
Kilz
Very similar
Cliffside Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ocean Frigate
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Granite
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dusty Grey
RAL
Very similar
Mole's Breath
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rugged Suede
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rugged Suede
#7B7875
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7A77C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rugged Suede
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rugged Suede 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 Rugged Suede.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rugged Suede — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rugged Suede have?
Rugged Suede by Valspar has a neutral 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 Rugged Suede in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rugged Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rugged Suede are Great Gray Owl by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), On the Edge by PPG (a near-identical match), City Skyline by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rugged Suede'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 Rugged Suede?
Rugged Suede has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.9, 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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