Nuts and Bolts 8004-46E is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7C7F86, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Charcoal Linen from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7C7F86 · 8004-46E
Nuts and Bolts
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Nuts and Bolts Technical Profile
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Nuts and Bolts in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nuts and Bolts in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNuts and Bolts
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCharcoal Linen
Charcoal Linen
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Whale Tail
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tarnished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Evening Shadow
PPG
Nearly identical
Shadow Mountain
Vista Paint
Very similar
Downing Slate
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Industrialized
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Shale
Behr
Very similar
Pearl Dark Grey
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nuts and Bolts
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nuts and Bolts
#7C7F86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nuts and Bolts
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nuts and Bolts 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
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Nuts and Bolts — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nuts and Bolts have?
Nuts and Bolts 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 Nuts and Bolts in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nuts and Bolts from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nuts and Bolts are Charcoal Linen by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Whale Tail by Kilz (a near-identical match), Tarnished Silver by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nuts and Bolts'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 Nuts and Bolts?
Nuts and Bolts has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.2, 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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Why Nuts and Bolts's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.