Spring Spirits 5003-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9BA396, LRV 35 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Heather Gray from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9BA396 · 5003-1C
Spring Spirits
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Spring Spirits Technical Profile
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Spring Spirits in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spring Spirits in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSpring Spirits
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreHeather Gray
Heather Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
River Pebble
Behr
Nearly identical
Antiquated Pewter
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Monsoon Green
PPG
Nearly identical
Sycamore Stand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Coastal Plain
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cannon Ball
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cannon Ball
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stone Cold
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pigeon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Signal Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spring Spirits
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spring Spirits
#9BA396
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spring Spirits
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spring Spirits 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 Spring Spirits.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spring Spirits — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spring Spirits have?
Spring Spirits 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 Spring Spirits in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spring Spirits from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spring Spirits are Heather Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), River Pebble by Behr (a near-identical match), Antiquated Pewter by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spring Spirits'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 Spring Spirits?
Spring Spirits has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.4, 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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Related Reading
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 Spring Spirits's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.