Valor 337-3DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #A1B7C1, LRV 45 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cat's Meow from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A1B7C1 · 337-3DB
Valor
45%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Valor Technical Profile
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Valor in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Valor in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyValor
Nearly identical
ValsparCat's Meow
Cat's Meow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Faded Flaxflower
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Exhale
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bali Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Beach Water
Kilz
Nearly identical
Power Gray
Behr
Very similar
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Overcast Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Key Largo Bay
PPG
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Valor
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Valor
#A1B7C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Valor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Valor 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Valor.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Valor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Valor have?
Valor by Dutch Boy has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Valor in your own space before committing.
What colors match Valor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Valor are Cat's Meow by Valspar (a near-identical match), Faded Flaxflower by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Soft Shore by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Valor'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 Valor?
Valor has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.3, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Valor's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.