Blue Galaxy 4005-9C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #ABBFDE, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Scuba Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #ABBFDE · 4005-9C
Blue Galaxy
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Galaxy Technical Profile
HEX Code#ABBFDE
RGB171, 191, 222
Estimated LRV51.2
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 Familyblue
BrandValspar
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#A7BDDE
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Colors That Work With Blue Galaxy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Galaxy
#ABBFDE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#847EB4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Galaxy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Galaxy 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 Galaxy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Galaxy have?
Blue Galaxy by Valspar has a neutral 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 Galaxy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Galaxy are Scuba Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Chivalrous by Behr (a close digital match), Angela Bay by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Galaxy'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 Galaxy?
Blue Galaxy has a estimated lightness value of 51.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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