Ref. #B7C1BD · 8004-34C
Adieu
52%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Adieu Technical Profile
What color is Adieu? It's a medium cool neutral with the hex code #B7C1BD. Colors similar to Adieu include Vista Paint Whirlwind, Benjamin Moore Beach Glass, Dunn-Edwards Haze Blue. Adieu has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Adieu sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Adieu pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Adieu
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Adieu
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Adieu
#B7C1BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A9AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Adieu
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Adieu 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
Other Valspar colors close to Adieu.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Adieu — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Adieu have?
Adieu by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Adieu from other brands?
The closest matches are Whirlwind by Vista Paint (#B7C3BF), Beach Glass by Benjamin Moore (#B4BFBA), Haze Blue by Dunn-Edwards (#B7C0BE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Adieu?
Adieu has an LRV of 51.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Adieu's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.