Blue Mist 4006-9A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D0E5F2, estimated LRV 76 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pale Frost from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #D0E5F2 · 4006-9A
Blue Mist
76%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Mist Technical Profile
HEX Code#D0E5F2
RGB208, 229, 242
Estimated LRV75.9
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 Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Pale Frost
Dunn-Edwards
#CFE5F0
Close digital match
Soft Cloud
Behr
#D0E3ED
Close digital match
Crystal Blue Waters
PPG
#CBDFEC
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Refreshing
Kilz
#C9DEEB
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Prairie Day
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#C8E0EF
Close digital match
Cumulus Cotton
Benjamin Moore
#D4E9F2
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#C5DDEA
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Colors That Work With Blue Mist
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Mist
#D0E5F2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#767EBC
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Mist 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 Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Mist have?
Blue Mist 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 Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Mist are Pale Frost by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Soft Cloud by Behr (a close digital match), Crystal Blue Waters by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Mist'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 Mist?
Blue Mist has a estimated lightness value of 75.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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