Secret Moss 5005-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9BA098, LRV 34 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cannon Ball from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9BA098 · 5005-2A
Secret Moss
34%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Secret Moss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Secret Moss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSecret Moss
Nearly identical
Vista PaintCannon Ball
Cannon Ball
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cannon Ball
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Greycliffe
PPG
Nearly identical
Antiquated Pewter
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone Cold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Acacia Haze
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Misty Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sage Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Heather Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Secret Moss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Secret Moss
#9BA098
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Secret Moss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Secret Moss 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 Secret Moss.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Secret Moss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Secret Moss have?
Secret Moss 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 Secret Moss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Secret Moss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Secret Moss are Cannon Ball by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Cannon Ball by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Pussy Willow by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Secret Moss'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 Secret Moss?
Secret Moss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.4, 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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Why Secret Moss's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.