Blue Echo 8004-44C is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A4B1C1, 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.
Ref. #A4B1C1 · 8004-44C
Blue Echo
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Echo Technical Profile
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Blue Echo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Echo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Echo
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyAlchemist Blue
Alchemist Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sterling Silver
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Tribute
Behr
Very similar
Blue Pot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
November Skies
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Pot
Vista Paint
Very similar
Solitude
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Water Splash
Kilz
Very similar
Overcast Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Echo
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Blue Echo.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Echo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Echo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Echo are Alchemist Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sterling Silver by PPG (a near-identical match), Blue Beard by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Echo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.