Spacebox 0493 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #5B696A, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mountain Pass from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5B696A · 0493
Spacebox
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
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Spacebox in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spacebox in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintSpacebox
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMountain Pass
Mountain Pass
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Spacebox
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Brooding Storm
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Knoxville Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Le Luxe
Behr
Nearly identical
Charcoal
Kilz
Nearly identical
Juniper Berry
PPG
Very similar
Steeled Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Flannel Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spacebox
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spacebox
#5B696A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#637995
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spacebox
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spacebox 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 Spacebox.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spacebox — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spacebox have?
Spacebox by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) 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 Spacebox in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spacebox from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spacebox are Mountain Pass by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Inchyra Blue by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Spacebox by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spacebox'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 Spacebox?
Spacebox has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Spacebox's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.