Filtered Shade
Valspar · 4003-1B
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The Analysis
Filtered Shade is a balanced, light-to-mid-tone gray that keeps a room feeling open without the starkness of pure white. With an LRV of 58.446, it reflects enough light to keep spaces feeling airy, but its slight depth prevents it from washing out or appearing clinical.
This is a quintessential main-wall color designed to unify an open-concept space. Because it lacks aggressive undertones, it acts as a reliable foundation that won't compete with your furniture or art.
LRV 58History & Origin
This is a thoroughly modern, transitional shade that avoids the heavy, dramatic hues of period-specific design. It fits well into contemporary homes looking for a clean, sophisticated, and updated finish.
How to Use It
It works best in living rooms or bedrooms paired with light-to-medium wood tones like white oak or walnut. For metals, stick to matte black for contrast or brushed brass if you want to add a bit of warmth to the space.
The Mood
Living with this color feels remarkably calm and neutral, making it an excellent choice for a low-stress environment. It is a restful shade that provides a clean, unobtrusive backdrop, perfect for those who want their walls to fade into the background.
Colour harmonies
Complementary
Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.
Analogous
Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.
Split complementary
Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.
Triadic
Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.
Tetradic (square)
Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.
Monochromatic
Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.
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Lighting
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- Natural