Winter Calm 4001-1B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BBB4B3, LRV 47 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ponder from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBB4B3 · 4001-1B
Winter Calm
47%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Winter Calm Technical Profile
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Winter Calm in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Winter Calm in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparWinter Calm
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPonder
Ponder
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
North Island
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Natural Echo
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gray Marble
PPG
Nearly identical
North Island
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Prestige
Behr
Nearly identical
Gracious Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Antique Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Silver Dollar
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dove Tale
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Winter Calm
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Calm
#BBB4B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9E85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Calm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Calm 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 Winter Calm.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Winter Calm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Calm have?
Winter Calm by Valspar has a warm (pink) 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 Winter Calm in your own space before committing.
What colors match Winter Calm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winter Calm are Ponder by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), North Island by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Natural Echo by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Winter Calm'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 Winter Calm?
Winter Calm has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.5, 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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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 Winter Calm's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.