Ref. #01819A · 8001-38F
Best of Both Worlds
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Best of Both Worlds Technical Profile
What color is Best of Both Worlds? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #01819A. Colors similar to Best of Both Worlds include Benjamin Moore Pacific Palisades, Sherwin-Williams Blue Mosque, Kilz Blue Door. Best of Both Worlds has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Best of Both Worlds creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Best of Both Worlds
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Best of Both Worlds
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Best of Both Worlds
#01819A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2A53A4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Best of Both Worlds
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Best of Both Worlds 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 Best of Both Worlds.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Best of Both Worlds — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Best of Both Worlds have?
Best of Both Worlds by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Best of Both Worlds from other brands?
The closest matches are Pacific Palisades by Benjamin Moore (#01839A), Blue Mosque by Sherwin-Williams (#01819E), Blue Door by Kilz (#2C7E94). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Best of Both Worlds?
Best of Both Worlds has an LRV of 18.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Best of Both Worlds's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.