Aster 8002-41C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #89B8C7, estimated LRV 44 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crystal Lake from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #89B8C7 · 8002-41C
Aster
44%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Aster Technical Profile
HEX Code#89B8C7
RGB137, 184, 199
Estimated LRV43.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Crystal Lake
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#88B5C4
Close digital match
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#8EB9C4
Close digital match
Trisha’s Eyes
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#8DB7C2
Close digital match
Skippered Blue
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#88B6C9
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#82B2C4
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#83AFBC
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Colors That Work With Aster
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aster
#89B8C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#838EAF
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Aster
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aster 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
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Aster — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aster have?
Aster by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Aster from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aster are Crystal Lake by PPG (a close digital match), Trisha's Eyes by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Trisha’s Eyes by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Aster'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 Aster?
Aster has a estimated lightness value of 43.7, 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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Why Aster's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.