Vessel Gray 4005-2A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #84878B, LRV 24 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silversmith Grey from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #84878B · 4005-2A
Vessel Gray
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Vessel Gray Technical Profile
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Vessel Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Vessel Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparVessel Gray
Nearly identical
PPGSilversmith Grey
Silversmith Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Overcast
Behr
Nearly identical
Rock Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stone Age
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Telegrey 2
RAL
Nearly identical
Alloy Gray
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Software
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
London Road
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chipped Granite
Kilz
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vessel Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vessel Gray
#84878B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vessel Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vessel 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 Vessel 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.
Vessel Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vessel Gray have?
Vessel Gray by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Vessel Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Vessel Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Vessel Gray are Silversmith Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Overcast by Behr (a near-identical match), Rock Gray by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Vessel 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 Vessel Gray?
Vessel Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Vessel Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.