Ref. #A6A69F · 5006-2A
Wet Pavement
38%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Wet Pavement Technical Profile
What color is Wet Pavement? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #A6A69F. Colors similar to Wet Pavement include Sherwin-Williams Gray Matters, Benjamin Moore Platinum Gray, Hirshfield's Shark Fin. Wet Pavement has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 38 gives Wet Pavement depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Wet Pavement pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Wet Pavement
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wet Pavement
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wet Pavement
#A6A69F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wet Pavement
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wet Pavement 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 Wet Pavement.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wet Pavement — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wet Pavement have?
Wet Pavement by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Wet Pavement from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Matters by Sherwin-Williams (#A7A8A2), Platinum Gray by Benjamin Moore (#A9AAA4), Shark Fin by Hirshfield's (#A5A39A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Wet Pavement?
Wet Pavement has an LRV of 37.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Wet Pavement's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.