Ref. #DCE9E9 · 8002-39A
Aloha
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Aloha Technical Profile
What color is Aloha? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #DCE9E9. Colors similar to Aloha include PPG Breathless, Benjamin Moore Whispering Spring, PPG Honesty. Aloha has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Aloha reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Aloha
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Breathless
PPG
Nearly identical
Whispering Spring
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sky High
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Smoke and Mirrors
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cloud-wisped Sky
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ash White
Behr
Nearly identical
Clean Air
Kilz
Nearly identical
Roman White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aloha
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aloha
#DCE9E9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aloha
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aloha 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 Aloha.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aloha — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aloha have?
Aloha by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Aloha from other brands?
The closest matches are Breathless by PPG (#DEECED), Whispering Spring by Benjamin Moore (#DDE8E7), Honesty by PPG (#DFEBE9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Aloha?
Aloha has an LRV of 79.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Aloha's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.