Coal Tipple 8004-47F is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #53545E, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blackwater from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #53545E · 8004-47F
Coal Tipple
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Coal Tipple Technical Profile
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Coal Tipple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Coal Tipple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCoal Tipple
Nearly identical
Vista PaintBlackwater
Blackwater
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blackwater
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ball Gown
Behr
Nearly identical
Gray Flannel
PPG
Very similar
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Black Pearl
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ebony Slate
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Smoky Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
India Ink
Kilz
Very similar
Hopper Head
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coal Tipple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coal Tipple
#53545E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E5B89
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coal Tipple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coal Tipple 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Coal Tipple.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coal Tipple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coal Tipple have?
Coal Tipple by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Coal Tipple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Coal Tipple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coal Tipple are Blackwater by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blackwater by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Ball Gown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Coal Tipple'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 Coal Tipple?
Coal Tipple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.0, 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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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 Coal Tipple's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.