Brush Stroke 8003-46C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9AAFC7, 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.
Ref. #9AAFC7 · 8003-46C
Brush Stroke
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Brush Stroke Technical Profile
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Brush Stroke in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brush Stroke in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBrush Stroke
Nearly identical
PPGParis Sky Blue
Paris Sky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
John's Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Suede
Behr
Very similar
Misted Eve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Celestial
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Citadel
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beecher Falls
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Ballad
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Pot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brush Stroke
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Brush Stroke.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brush Stroke in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brush Stroke from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brush Stroke are Paris Sky Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), John's Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sterling Silver by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Brush Stroke's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.