Match of Valspar™ V098-6 Thunderbolt *

Even when the color formula is the same, the finish changes how light reflects off the surface. A glossier finish can make Valspar V098-6 Thunderbolt read deeper or more vivid, while a flatter finish spreads light out and can make the same match look softer. If you are coating a whole part, choose the finish that fits the project. If you are painting next to an existing coated area, try to match the existing sheen as closely as possible because finish differences can make the color look different after application.

Start with a clean, dry surface. Remove dirt, grease, wax, and any loose coating before you spray a match of Valspar V098-6 Thunderbolt. Light scuffing can help when the substrate allows it, and masking helps keep edges and adjacent areas clean. It is also smart to test the paint on the actual surface first because plastics, metal, wood, and previously coated parts can all behave differently.

Choose the sheen based on how the part will be used and how you want the finished surface to perform. Higher gloss usually gives more reflectivity and is easier to wipe clean, while lower sheen finishes reduce shine and can be less revealing of surface texture. For a match of Valspar V098-6 Thunderbolt, the sheen matters because it changes how the color reads after it is applied. If you are coating a part that must sit near an existing painted surface, matching the existing sheen is often the safest ordering choice.

Before you order, confirm the exact color reference, the product format, the sheen, and the quantity. MyPerfectColor is making a custom match of Valspar V098-6 Thunderbolt, not selling the original Valspar paint, so the order needs to be set up correctly the first time. Custom-matched orders are made to your selected reference and are not returnable or refundable, so it is worth double-checking the details before checkout.

The SDS is tied to the specific MyPerfectColor product and chemistry, not to the color name alone. For a match of Valspar V098-6 Thunderbolt, use the Safety Data Sheet for the exact product format you are ordering. MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets can be found here: https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm.

MyPerfectColor uses an acrylic enamel which is a fast-drying durable coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Valspar V098-6 Thunderbolt enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

MyPerfectColor has hundreds of color books in its archive, including the original Valspar paint color books. The color Valspar V098-6 Thunderbolt you are looking for is in our library. We are able to make paint and verify that it matches the original.

Please note that if you are trying to touch up, the paint on your wall now is likely different than it was when first painted. MyPerfectColor will be sending the original color which may no longer match your walls. Learn more about color matching accuracy and our color matching service.

While we can provide Valspar V098-6 Thunderbolt in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.