Ref. #D6D3D3 · 4001-1A
White Pepper
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
White Pepper Technical Profile
What color is White Pepper? It's a light warm gray with the hex code #D6D3D3. Colors similar to White Pepper include PPG Balanced, Benjamin Moore Violet Pearl, Vista Paint Sweet Musette. White Pepper has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, White Pepper sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, White Pepper 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 White Pepper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With White Pepper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
White Pepper
#D6D3D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9985
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for White Pepper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
White Pepper 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 White Pepper.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
White Pepper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does White Pepper have?
White Pepper by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match White Pepper from other brands?
The closest matches are Balanced by PPG (#D7D2D1), Violet Pearl by Benjamin Moore (#D4D0D1), Sweet Musette by Vista Paint (#D9D7D6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of White Pepper?
White Pepper has an LRV of 65.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why White Pepper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.