Ref. #D7D5C9 · 6001-1A
Tea Stain
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tea Stain Technical Profile
What color is Tea Stain? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D7D5C9. Colors similar to Tea Stain include Vista Paint Power Lunch, Behr Ashen Tan, Vista Paint Wishing Star. Tea Stain has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Tea Stain sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Tea Stain pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Tea Stain
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tea Stain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tea Stain
#D7D5C9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tea Stain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tea Stain 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 Tea Stain.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tea Stain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tea Stain have?
Tea Stain by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Tea Stain from other brands?
The closest matches are Power Lunch by Vista Paint (#D5D2C7), Ashen Tan by Behr (#D4D3C9), Wishing Star by Vista Paint (#DAD8CA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tea Stain?
Tea Stain has an LRV of 66.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tea Stain's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.