Whale Watching 8004-46F is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #636A74, LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gibraltar from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #636A74 · 8004-46F
Whale Watching
14%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Whale Watching Technical Profile
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Whale Watching in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Whale Watching in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparWhale Watching
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsGibraltar
Gibraltar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Stilled Night
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Backwater
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Nightlife
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue-Grey Slate
PPG
Nearly identical
Summer Storm
Behr
Very similar
Ocean Floor
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dolphin Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Murky Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Whale Watching
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Whale Watching
#636A74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#716D9D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Whale Watching
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Whale Watching 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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Whale Watching — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Whale Watching have?
Whale Watching 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 Whale Watching in your own space before committing.
What colors match Whale Watching from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Whale Watching are Gibraltar by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Stilled Night by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Backwater by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Whale Watching'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 Whale Watching?
Whale Watching has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Whale Watching's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.