Ref. #5B696A · C-492
Spacebox
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Spacebox Technical Profile
What color is Spacebox? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #5B696A. Colors similar to Spacebox include Sherwin-Williams Mountain Pass, Farrow & Ball Inchyra Blue, Hirshfield's Spacebox. Spacebox has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Spacebox creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Spacebox pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Spacebox
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Spacebox from other brands?
The closest matches are Mountain Pass by Sherwin-Williams (#5C6A6A), Inchyra Blue by Farrow & Ball (#586768), Spacebox by Hirshfield's (#5C6B6B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spacebox?
Spacebox has an LRV of 13.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.