Rocky Shelter 8006-11C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C0C2C2, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Foil from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C0C2C2 · 8006-11C
Rocky Shelter
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Rocky Shelter Technical Profile
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Rocky Shelter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rocky Shelter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRocky Shelter
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsFoil
Foil
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Eternity
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Quest
PPG
Nearly identical
Agate Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Lazy Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Elephant Trunk
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silver Mine
Behr
Nearly identical
Platinum Ring
Kilz
Nearly identical
Prairie Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Paternoster
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rocky Shelter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rocky Shelter
#C0C2C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rocky Shelter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rocky Shelter 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 Rocky Shelter.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rocky Shelter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rocky Shelter have?
Rocky Shelter by Valspar has a neutral 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 Rocky Shelter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rocky Shelter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rocky Shelter are Foil by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Eternity by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Quest by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rocky Shelter'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 Rocky Shelter?
Rocky Shelter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Rocky Shelter's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.