Blue Tradition 5001-7A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BADAE7, LRV 66 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Watercolor Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BADAE7 · 5001-7A
Blue Tradition
66%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Tradition Technical Profile
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Blue Tradition in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Tradition in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Tradition
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWatercolor Blue
Watercolor Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Journeys End
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Fin
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Glacier Point
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Afternoon Siesta Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Something Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Summer Shower
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Tradition
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Tradition
#BADAE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B88B7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Tradition
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Tradition 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 Tradition.
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 Tradition — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Tradition have?
Blue Tradition 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 Tradition in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Tradition from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Tradition are Watercolor Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Journeys End by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Fin by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Tradition'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 Tradition?
Blue Tradition has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Tradition's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.