Burbling Brook 4007-8C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5175A1, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lupine from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5175A1 · 4007-8C
Burbling Brook
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Burbling Brook Technical Profile
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Burbling Brook in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Burbling Brook in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBurbling Brook
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsLupine
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nile Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cobalt Flame
Behr
Nearly identical
Caribbean Current
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Caribbean Current
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Azurite
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sapphire Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Clean Slate
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cenote
PPG
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burbling Brook
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burbling Brook
#5175A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F7DA8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burbling Brook
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burbling Brook 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 Burbling Brook.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Burbling Brook — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burbling Brook have?
Burbling Brook 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 Burbling Brook in your own space before committing.
What colors match Burbling Brook from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Burbling Brook are Lupine by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Nile Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cobalt Flame by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Burbling Brook'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 Burbling Brook?
Burbling Brook has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burbling Brook's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.