Bayou Serenade 8001-38G is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #017388, estimated LRV 14 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is True Teal from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #017388 · 8001-38G
Bayou Serenade
14%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bayou Serenade Technical Profile
HEX Code#017388
RGB1, 115, 136
Estimated LRV14.0
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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Colors That Work With Bayou Serenade
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bayou Serenade
#017388
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#264D96
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bayou Serenade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bayou Serenade 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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Bayou Serenade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bayou Serenade have?
Bayou Serenade 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 Bayou Serenade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bayou Serenade are True Teal by Kilz (a close digital match), Coastal Jetty by Behr (a close digital match), Striking by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bayou Serenade'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 Bayou Serenade?
Bayou Serenade has a estimated lightness value of 14.0, 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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