Blue Nebula 8002-40E is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3DA1B8, LRV 30 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gulf Waters from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3DA1B8 · 8002-40E
Blue Nebula
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Nebula Technical Profile
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Blue Nebula in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Nebula in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Nebula
Nearly identical
BehrGulf Waters
Gulf Waters
Behr
Nearly identical
Jamaica Bay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ash Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Jamaican Sea
PPG
Very similar
Today'S Catch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Patch of Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tropical Lagoon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sarah's Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Caspian Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Nebula
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Nebula
#3DA1B8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7488B4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Nebula
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Nebula 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 Nebula.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Nebula — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Nebula have?
Blue Nebula by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Nebula in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Nebula from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Nebula are Gulf Waters by Behr (a near-identical match), Jamaica Bay by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Jay Bird by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Nebula'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 Nebula?
Blue Nebula has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Nebula's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.