Rosy Linen 8004-4C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C4B1AF, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Artistic Taupe from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #C4B1AF · 8004-4C
Rosy Linen
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rosy Linen Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4B1AF
RGB196, 177, 175
Estimated LRV46.3
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 Rosy Linen
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Sherwin-Williams
#C3B1AC
Close digital match
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#C3B1AC
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Young Fawn
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#C3B4B3
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Versailles Rose
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#C2ACAB
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#C0B2B1
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#CDBAB6
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Simply Taupe
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Colors That Work With Rosy Linen
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rosy Linen
#C4B1AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9D85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rosy Linen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rosy Linen 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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Rosy Linen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rosy Linen have?
Rosy Linen 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 Rosy Linen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rosy Linen are Artistic Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Plush by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Young Fawn by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rosy Linen'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 Rosy Linen?
Rosy Linen has a estimated lightness value of 46.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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