Tempered Gray 4004-1A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D6D5D0, estimated LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Whisper from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #D6D5D0 · 4004-1A
Tempered Gray
66%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tempered Gray Technical Profile
HEX Code#D6D5D0
RGB214, 213, 208
Estimated LRV66.4
UndertoneNeutral
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Whisper
Benjamin Moore
#D6D6D1
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Ice Age
Vista Paint
#D8D6D1
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Dimpse
Farrow & Ball
#D9D8D3
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Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
#D8D7D3
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Origami
Kilz
#D3D2CC
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First Star
Sherwin-Williams
#DAD9D4
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Metro
Hirshfield's
#D4D5D0
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Fog
PPG
#D6D7D2
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Silver Tradition
Behr
#D9D9D3
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Baltic Gray
Dutch Boy
#DADBD7
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Light Grey
RAL
#D7D7D7
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Colors That Work With Tempered Gray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tempered Gray
#D6D5D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tempered Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tempered Gray 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
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Tempered Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tempered Gray have?
Tempered Gray by Valspar has a neutral 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 Tempered Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tempered Gray are Whisper by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Ice Age by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Old Grey Mare by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tempered Gray'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 Tempered Gray?
Tempered Gray has a estimated lightness value of 66.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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