Brush Stroke 8003-46C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9AAFC7, estimated LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Paris Sky Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #9AAFC7 · 8003-46C
Brush Stroke
42%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Brush Stroke Technical Profile
HEX Code#9AAFC7
RGB154, 175, 199
Estimated LRV41.7
UndertoneNeutral
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 →
Paris Sky Blue
PPG
#97AFC9
Close digital match
John's Blue
Dutch Boy
#97B2CD
Close digital match
Blue Suede
Behr
#9BB5CF
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Dunn-Edwards
#A2B7CF
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Sherwin-Williams
#97B3D0
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Benjamin Moore
#94A7BF
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#91ACC4
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Kilz
#90ABC4
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#9AAEC0
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#A1B8CA
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RAL
#9DA1AA
Visible digital difference
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#B4CBD9
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Colors That Work With Brush Stroke
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brush Stroke
#9AAFC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brush Stroke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brush Stroke 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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Brush Stroke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brush Stroke have?
Brush Stroke by Valspar has a neutral 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 Brush Stroke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brush Stroke are Paris Sky Blue by PPG (a close digital match), John's Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sterling Silver by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Brush Stroke'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 Brush Stroke?
Brush Stroke has a estimated lightness value of 41.7, 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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