Arrowhead 8006-11F is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #424040, estimated LRV 5 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Black Magic from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #424040 · 8006-11F
Arrowhead
5%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Arrowhead Technical Profile
HEX Code#424040
RGB66, 64, 64
Estimated LRV5.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Arrowhead
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Black Magic
PPG
#414040
Close digital match
Black Lacquer
Behr
#3F3E3E
Close digital match
Chocolate Fix
Dunn-Edwards
#464343
Close digital match
Black Jack
Benjamin Moore
#3E3E3F
Close digital match
Armory
Sherwin-Williams
#413D3C
Close digital match
Kitty Kitty
Vista Paint
#434343
Close digital match
Cauldron
Dutch Boy
#41403E
Close digital match
True Black
Kilz
#3D3D3D
Close digital match
Off-Black
Farrow & Ball
#444546
Similar digital color
Subway
Hirshfield's
#454543
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Grey Brown
RAL
#403A3A
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Colors That Work With Arrowhead
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Arrowhead
#424040
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D5A48
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arrowhead
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arrowhead 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
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Arrowhead — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Arrowhead have?
Arrowhead by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Arrowhead from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arrowhead are Black Magic by PPG (a close digital match), Black Lacquer by Behr (a close digital match), Chocolate Fix by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Arrowhead'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 Arrowhead?
Arrowhead has a estimated lightness value of 5.2, 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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