Blue Echo 8004-44C is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A4B1C1, estimated LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alchemist Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A4B1C1 · 8004-44C
Blue Echo
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Echo Technical Profile
HEX Code#A4B1C1
RGB164, 177, 193
Estimated LRV43.2
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 Familypurple
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Blue Echo
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Echo
#A4B1C1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8785AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Echo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Echo 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 Echo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Echo have?
Blue Echo by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the purple 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 Echo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Echo are Alchemist Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sterling Silver by PPG (a close digital match), Blue Beard by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Echo'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 Echo?
Blue Echo has a estimated lightness value of 43.2, 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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