Ref. #51605B · 5009-4
Thalo Night
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thalo Night Technical Profile
What color is Thalo Night? It's a dark cool gray with the hex code #51605B. Colors similar to Thalo Night include MPC Twilight Forest, PPG Obligation, Behr Trail Print. Thalo Night has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 11, Thalo Night creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Thalo Night pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Thalo Night
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thalo Night
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thalo Night
#51605B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B8189
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thalo Night
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thalo Night 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 Thalo Night.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thalo Night — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thalo Night have?
Thalo Night by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Thalo Night from other brands?
The closest matches are Twilight Forest by MPC (#566460), Obligation by PPG (#54645C), Trail Print by Behr (#58625B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Thalo Night?
Thalo Night has an LRV of 10.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Thalo Night's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.