Blue Sash 4005-6B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #718CA3, LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brookside Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #718CA3 · 4005-6B
Blue Sash
25%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Sash Technical Profile
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Blue Sash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Sash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Sash
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBrookside Blue
Brookside Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Old Blue Jeans
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sporty Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hilo Bay
Behr
Very similar
Piece of the Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lakeville
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
American Anthem
PPG
Very similar
Breakwaters
Kilz
Very similar
Heavenly Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Sash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Sash
#718CA3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8586AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Sash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Sash 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 Sash.
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 Sash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Sash have?
Blue Sash by Valspar has a neutral 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 Sash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Sash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Sash are Brookside Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Old Blue Jeans by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Americana by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Sash'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 Sash?
Blue Sash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Sash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.