Winter Flannel 4007-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #979FA2, estimated LRV 34 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Metropolis Mood from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #979FA2 · 4007-1C
Winter Flannel
34%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Winter Flannel Technical Profile
HEX Code#979FA2
RGB151, 159, 162
Estimated LRV34.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Compare alternatives to Winter Flannel
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Metropolis Mood
Hirshfield's
#99A1A5
Close digital match
Ufo
PPG
#989FA3
Close digital match
Soft Pumice
Dunn-Edwards
#949EA2
Close digital match
Metropolis Mood
Vista Paint
#9BA2A5
Close digital match
Silent Film
Behr
#9BA1A3
Close digital match
Pewter
Benjamin Moore
#989DA0
Close digital match
Let it Rain
Sherwin-Williams
#979FA5
Close digital match
Serving Platter
Kilz
#989D9D
Close digital match
Silvered Chain
Dutch Boy
#9EA3A5
Close digital match
Silver Grey
RAL
#8A9597
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Wool .03
Colorhouse
#A1ABAB
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Farrow & Ball
#90A3A6
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Colors That Work With Winter Flannel
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Flannel
#979FA2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Flannel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Flannel 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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Winter Flannel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Flannel have?
Winter Flannel by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Winter Flannel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winter Flannel are Metropolis Mood by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Ufo by PPG (a close digital match), Soft Pumice by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Winter Flannel'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 Flannel?
Winter Flannel has a estimated lightness value of 34.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Winter Flannel's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.