Madison Grey 8256 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #959DA5, LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Let it Rain from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #959DA5 · 8256
Madison Grey
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Madison Grey Technical Profile
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Madison Grey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Madison Grey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintMadison Grey
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsLet it Rain
Let it Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shining Knight
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rainmaster
Behr
Nearly identical
Overcast Day
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gray Suit
PPG
Nearly identical
Sweatshirt Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Drizzling Mist
Valspar
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Very similar
Over the Moon
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sensual Silver
Kilz
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Madison Grey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Madison Grey
#959DA5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Madison Grey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Madison Grey 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 Madison Grey.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Madison Grey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Madison Grey have?
Madison Grey by Vista Paint has a neutral 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 Madison Grey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Madison Grey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Madison Grey are Let it Rain by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Shining Knight by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Rainmaster by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Madison Grey'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 Madison Grey?
Madison Grey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.2, 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 Madison Grey's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.