Ref. #B6B8B5 · 4004-1B
Urban Sunrise
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Urban Sunrise Technical Profile
What color is Urban Sunrise? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #B6B8B5. Colors similar to Urban Sunrise include PPG Gray Stone, Benjamin Moore Coventry Gray, Hirshfield's Rand Moon. Urban Sunrise has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Urban Sunrise depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Urban Sunrise 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 Urban Sunrise
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Gray Stone
PPG
Nearly identical
Coventry Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rand Moon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Classic Silver
Behr
Nearly identical
Rand Moon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gray Clouds
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Streamlined Silver
Kilz
Nearly identical
Covered in Platinum
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Urban Sunrise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Urban Sunrise
#B6B8B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Urban Sunrise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Urban Sunrise 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 Urban Sunrise.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Urban Sunrise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Urban Sunrise have?
Urban Sunrise by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Urban Sunrise from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Stone by PPG (#B7B9B5), Coventry Gray by Benjamin Moore (#B9BBB7), Rand Moon by Hirshfield's (#B7B7B4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Urban Sunrise?
Urban Sunrise has an LRV of 47.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Urban Sunrise's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.