Baritone Blues 4010-6 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #4C6278, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Fjord from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4C6278 · 4010-6
Baritone Blues
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Baritone Blues in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Baritone Blues in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBaritone Blues
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Fjord
Blue Fjord
PPG
Nearly identical
English Channel
Behr
Nearly identical
Stormy Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Periscope
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Van Deusen Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Denim
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Star Gazing
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Blazing Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Honky Tonk Blue
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Distant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Baritone Blues
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baritone Blues
#4C6278
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#636394
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baritone Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baritone Blues 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 Baritone Blues.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Baritone Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baritone Blues have?
Baritone Blues by Valspar has a neutral 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 Baritone Blues in your own space before committing.
What colors match Baritone Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baritone Blues are Blue Fjord by PPG (a near-identical match), English Channel by Behr (a near-identical match), America'S Cup Navy by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Baritone Blues'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 Baritone Blues?
Baritone Blues has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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