Blue Thunder 8004-37F is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #637A80, estimated LRV 18 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Labradorite from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #637A80 · 8004-37F
Blue Thunder
18%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Thunder Technical Profile
HEX Code#637A80
RGB99, 122, 128
Estimated LRV18.1
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 →
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#657B83
Close digital match
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#657B83
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#677A80
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#657D85
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Colors That Work With Blue Thunder
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Thunder
#637A80
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7481A2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Thunder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Thunder 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 Thunder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Thunder have?
Blue Thunder by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Thunder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Thunder are Labradorite by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Aged Denim by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Providence Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Thunder'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 Thunder?
Blue Thunder has a estimated lightness value of 18.1, 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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Why Blue Thunder's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.