Soulful Grey 6004-1B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BBB8AF, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pumice from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBB8AF · 6004-1B
Soulful Grey
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soulful Grey Technical Profile
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Soulful Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soulful Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSoulful Grey
Nearly identical
BehrPumice
Pumice
Behr
Nearly identical
Aged Stucco Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Stoneware Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mindful Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ozark
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drifting Sand
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Chintz
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Platinum Plate
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Warm Ashes
Kilz
Very similar
Lamp Room Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soulful Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soulful Grey
#BBB8AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soulful Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soulful Grey 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 Soulful Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soulful Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soulful Grey have?
Soulful Grey 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 Soulful Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soulful Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soulful Grey are Pumice by Behr (a near-identical match), Aged Stucco Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Hikers Paradise by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soulful Grey'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 Soulful Grey?
Soulful Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.9, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Soulful Grey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.