Sleepy Kitten 8006-11D is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9D9C9C, LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pearl Light Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9D9C9C · 8006-11D
Sleepy Kitten
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sleepy Kitten Technical Profile
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Sleepy Kitten in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sleepy Kitten in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSleepy Kitten
Nearly identical
RALPearl Light Grey
Pearl Light Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Smoky Tone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Middle Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gateway Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
Jet Gray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sterling Silver
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Burnished Blade
PPG
Nearly identical
Lavender Gray
Kilz
Very similar
Bedrock
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Padlock Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sleepy Kitten
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sleepy Kitten
#9D9C9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sleepy Kitten
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sleepy Kitten 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 Sleepy Kitten.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sleepy Kitten — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sleepy Kitten have?
Sleepy Kitten 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 Sleepy Kitten in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sleepy Kitten from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sleepy Kitten are Pearl Light Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Smoky Tone by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Middle Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sleepy Kitten'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 Sleepy Kitten?
Sleepy Kitten has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sleepy Kitten's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.