Blissful Blue 4005-3C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8E9DAE, estimated LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Enchanted Evening Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #8E9DAE · 4005-3C
Blissful Blue
33%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blissful Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#8E9DAE
RGB142, 157, 174
Estimated LRV32.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Enchanted Evening Blue
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#909EAF
Close digital match
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#8D9DB3
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Colors That Work With Blissful Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blissful Blue
#8E9DAE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blissful Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blissful Blue 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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Blissful Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blissful Blue have?
Blissful Blue by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Blissful Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blissful Blue are Enchanted Evening Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Periwinkle Dusk by Behr (a very close match), China Silk by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blissful Blue'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 Blissful Blue?
Blissful Blue has a estimated lightness value of 32.9, 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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