Spring Spirits 5003-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9BA396, estimated 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.
Valspar · #9BA396 · 5003-1C
Spring Spirits
35%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Spring Spirits Technical Profile
HEX Code#9BA396
RGB155, 163, 150
Estimated LRV35.4
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Spring Spirits
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Spring Spirits from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spring Spirits are Heather Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), River Pebble by Behr (a close digital match), Antiquated Pewter by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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Why Spring Spirits's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.