Blue Burst 4008-10B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3097D0, estimated LRV 27 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sorcerer from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #3097D0 · 4008-10B
Blue Burst
27%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Burst Technical Profile
HEX Code#3097D0
RGB48, 151, 208
Estimated LRV27.3
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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Compare alternatives to Blue Burst
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sorcerer
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#3398CE
Close digital match
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#3296CB
Close digital match
Splish Splash
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#3194CE
Close digital match
Hemisphere
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#4699C4
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#0192C6
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Visible digital difference
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#3B83BD
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Blue Burst
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Burst
#3097D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#727EC0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Burst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Burst 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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Blue Burst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Burst have?
Blue Burst 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 Blue Burst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Burst are Sorcerer by PPG (a close digital match), Clearest Ocean Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Utah Sky by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Burst'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 Blue Burst?
Blue Burst has a estimated lightness value of 27.3, 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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