Blue Skylights 4006-3C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8FA6B7, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dresden Dream from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8FA6B7 · 4006-3C
Blue Skylights
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Skylights Technical Profile
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Blue Skylights in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Skylights in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Skylights
Nearly identical
PPGDresden Dream
Dresden Dream
PPG
Nearly identical
Windsurf
Behr
Nearly identical
Seabrook
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Notable Hue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Horizon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Silver Skate
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Denim Wash
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Winding River
Kilz
Very similar
Chicago Skyline
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Skylights
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Skylights
#8FA6B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Skylights
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Skylights 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 Skylights.
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 Skylights — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Skylights have?
Blue Skylights 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 Skylights in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Skylights from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Skylights are Dresden Dream by PPG (a near-identical match), Windsurf by Behr (a near-identical match), Seabrook by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Skylights'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 Skylights?
Blue Skylights has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.5, 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 Skylights's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.