Ref. #618092 · 4008-6B
Celebration Blue
20%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Celebration Blue Technical Profile
What color is Celebration Blue? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #618092. Colors similar to Celebration Blue include Kilz Swedish Blue, PPG Granite Falls, Benjamin Moore Alfresco. Celebration Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Celebration Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Celebration Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Celebration Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Celebration Blue
#618092
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D83A9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Celebration Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Celebration Blue 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 Celebration Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Celebration Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Celebration Blue have?
Celebration Blue by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Celebration Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Swedish Blue by Kilz (#658194), Granite Falls by PPG (#638496), Alfresco by Benjamin Moore (#688290). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Celebration Blue?
Celebration Blue has an LRV of 20.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Celebration Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.