Blue Whisper 5005-9A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D9EAE8, LRV 79 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Arctic Flow from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9EAE8 · 5005-9A
Blue Whisper
79%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Whisper Technical Profile
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Blue Whisper in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Whisper in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Whisper
Nearly identical
BehrArctic Flow
Arctic Flow
Behr
Nearly identical
Crystal Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Roman White
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Green Gem
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aquamarine
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Horizon
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Free Spirit
PPG
Nearly identical
Azure Mist
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sea Glass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bisque .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Cabbage White
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Whisper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Whisper
#D9EAE8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#859EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Whisper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Whisper 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 Whisper.
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 Whisper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Whisper have?
Blue Whisper 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 Whisper in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Whisper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Whisper are Arctic Flow by Behr (a near-identical match), Crystal Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Roman White by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Whisper'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 Whisper?
Blue Whisper has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 79.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Whisper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.