Blue Ridge Mist 8002-41D is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #72A7B9, LRV 35 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bleached Denim from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #72A7B9 · 8002-41D
Blue Ridge Mist
35%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Ridge Mist Technical Profile
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Blue Ridge Mist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Ridge Mist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Ridge Mist
Nearly identical
BehrBleached Denim
Bleached Denim
Behr
Nearly identical
Pacific Palisade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sailing Sea Blue
PPG
Very similar
I've Got the Blues
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
By The Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Open Seas
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Meetinghouse Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Meetinghouse Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Nautic Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Ridge Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Ridge Mist
#72A7B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#848FAE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Ridge Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Ridge 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Blue Ridge Mist.
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 Ridge Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Ridge Mist have?
Blue Ridge Mist 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 Ridge Mist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Ridge Mist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Ridge Mist are Bleached Denim by Behr (a near-identical match), Pacific Palisade by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sailing Sea Blue by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Ridge 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 Ridge Mist?
Blue Ridge Mist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.7, 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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Related Reading
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 Ridge Mist's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.