Water's Edge 5003-6A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #749795, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peacock Plume from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #749795 · 5003-6A
Water's Edge
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Water's Edge Technical Profile
HEX Code#749795
RGB116, 151, 149
Estimated LRV28.0
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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Colors That Work With Water's Edge
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Water's Edge
#749795
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859BAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Water's Edge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Water's Edge 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
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Water's Edge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Water's Edge have?
Water's Edge 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 Water's Edge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Water's Edge are Peacock Plume by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Virtue by Kilz (a close digital match), Avalon by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Water's Edge'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 Water's Edge?
Water's Edge has a estimated lightness value of 28.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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