Semi-Sweet 4003-2C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #625F5D, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tobacco Incense from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #625F5D · 4003-2C
Semi-Sweet
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Semi-Sweet Technical Profile
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Semi-Sweet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Semi-Sweet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSemi-Sweet
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsTobacco Incense
Tobacco Incense
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Softened Coal
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Intellectual
Behr
Nearly identical
Dark Shadows
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stone's Throw
PPG
Nearly identical
Gropius Gray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Forged Steel
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Space
Kilz
Very similar
Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Down Pipe
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Quartz Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Semi-Sweet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Semi-Sweet
#625F5D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#918C61
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Semi-Sweet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Semi-Sweet 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 Semi-Sweet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Semi-Sweet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Semi-Sweet have?
Semi-Sweet 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 Semi-Sweet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Semi-Sweet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Semi-Sweet are Tobacco Incense by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Softened Coal by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Intellectual by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Semi-Sweet'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 Semi-Sweet?
Semi-Sweet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Semi-Sweet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.