Tempered Gray 4004-1A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D6D5D0, 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.
Ref. #D6D5D0 · 4004-1A
Tempered Gray
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tempered Gray Technical Profile
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Tempered Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tempered Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTempered Gray
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWhisper
Whisper
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ice Age
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dimpse
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cloud
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Origami
Kilz
Nearly identical
First Star
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Metro
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fog
PPG
Nearly identical
Silver Tradition
Behr
Nearly identical
Baltic Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Light Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tempered Gray
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
Pure 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
Other Valspar colors close to Tempered Gray.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tempered Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tempered Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tempered Gray are Whisper by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ice Age by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Old Grey Mare by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tempered Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.