Silver Fox 4008-3C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #93A6B1, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whiskful from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #93A6B1 · 4008-3C
Silver Fox
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Silver Fox Technical Profile
HEX Code#93A6B1
RGB147, 166, 177
Estimated LRV36.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Whiskful
Dutch Boy
#93A8B1
Close digital match
Dusty Denim
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#90A1AA
Close digital match
Blue Horizon
Vista Paint
#8DA2B0
Close digital match
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#98A9B7
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#8DA5AE
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Colors That Work With Silver Fox
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silver Fox
#93A6B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silver Fox
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silver Fox 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
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Silver Fox — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silver Fox have?
Silver Fox by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Silver Fox from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silver Fox are Whiskful by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Dusty Denim by Behr (a close digital match), Blue Horizon by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Silver Fox'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 Silver Fox?
Silver Fox has a estimated lightness value of 36.6, 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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