Tomcat 8006-12G is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #2F2F2F, estimated LRV 3 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tricorn Black from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #2F2F2F · 8006-12G
Tomcat
3%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tomcat Technical Profile
HEX Code#2F2F2F
RGB47, 47, 47
Estimated LRV2.8
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Tomcat
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tomcat
#2F2F2F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#57493A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tomcat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tomcat 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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Tomcat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tomcat have?
Tomcat 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 Tomcat from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tomcat are Tricorn Black by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), True Black by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Caviar by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tomcat'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 Tomcat?
Tomcat has a estimated lightness value of 2.8, 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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