Ref. #5E5446 · C-206
Ares Shadow
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ares Shadow Technical Profile
What color is Ares Shadow? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #5E5446. Colors similar to Ares Shadow include Behr Treemoss, Hirshfield's Bad Hair Day, Valspar Harvest Brown. Ares Shadow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Ares Shadow creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Ares Shadow 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 Ares Shadow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ares Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ares Shadow
#5E5446
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D8156
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ares Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ares Shadow 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Ares Shadow.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ares Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ares Shadow have?
Ares Shadow by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Ares Shadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Treemoss by Behr (#5E5445), Bad Hair Day by Hirshfield's (#605547), Harvest Brown by Valspar (#605649). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ares Shadow?
Ares Shadow has an LRV of 9.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ares Shadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.