Filtered Shade Valspar 4003-1B

Filtered Shade LRV and undertone

Valspar Filtered Shade (4003-1B) has an LRV of 58.45, placing it in the mid-tone range of the gray color family. Its hex value is #CBC9C4, and its calculated undertone is subtly warm, with a yellow influence. Light reflectance value (LRV) measures how much visible light a color reflects, on a scale from 0 for absolute black to 100 for pure white. At 58.45, Filtered Shade reflects a moderate amount of light, so its appearance will depend on room size, natural illumination, and surrounding finishes.

The subtle yellow undertone can make this gray read warmer than a neutral gray without a noticeable yellow appearance. North-facing rooms often emphasize cooler aspects of paint colors, while south-facing rooms typically provide warmer, stronger daylight. Test a sample on multiple walls to see how the undertone changes throughout the day. A brighter white trim can create a clear contrast, while a less contrasting white can soften the transition between surfaces.

Filtered Shade in other brands

Several other brands offer close color matches. Behr Chic Gray (PPU26-10) has an LRV of 60.0 and a ΔE of 1.2, making it a very close match. Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray (HC-170) has an LRV of 59.36 and a ΔE of 1.8, also placing it in the very close range. Sherwin-Williams Repose Gray (SW 7015) has an LRV of 58.0 and a ΔE of 1.9. These small differences suggest that the colors should appear similar, although side-by-side comparisons may reveal distinctions.

Behr Dolphin Fin (790C-3) has a ΔE of 1.9, while PPG Whiskers (PPG1025-3) has a ΔE of 2.5. The latter is close but more visibly different when compared directly. Sherwin-Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) and Benjamin Moore Collingwood (OC-28) each have a ΔE of 2.7. A ΔE value describes measured color difference: values below 1 indicate near-identical colors, 1 to 2 indicate very close matches, and 2 to 4 indicate close but visible differences.

Lighter and darker Valspar alternatives

Valspar Tempered Gray (4004-1A), with an LRV of 64.93, is lighter than Filtered Shade and can suit rooms where more reflected light is desirable. Valspar Heritage Gray (7007-24), at LRV 60, is also slightly lighter. Valspar Seashell Gray (4003-1A) has an LRV of 69.25, making it the lightest of these alternatives. These higher-LRV options may help maintain a brighter appearance in spaces with limited daylight.

For a darker option, Valspar Gravity (4005-1B) has an LRV of 56.26. Its lower reflectance may provide more visual weight on walls or help establish contrast with lighter adjoining surfaces. Compare dried samples under the room’s actual lighting before choosing a replacement, because similar LRVs do not guarantee identical undertones or color appearance.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on Valspar’s page for Filtered Shade.