Celestial Blue 4003-5C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BBCBE1, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simply Sparkling from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBCBE1 · 4003-5C
Celestial Blue
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Celestial Blue Technical Profile
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Celestial Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Celestial Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCelestial Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoySimply Sparkling
Simply Sparkling
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Ice
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silverado Trail
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Wildflower Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Maritime
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rain Reflection
Kilz
Nearly identical
By the Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Atmospheric Pressure
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hyacinth Tint
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Celestial Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Celestial Blue
#BBCBE1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8581B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Celestial Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Celestial 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 Celestial 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.
Celestial Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Celestial Blue have?
Celestial Blue 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 Celestial Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Celestial Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Celestial Blue are Simply Sparkling by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Blue Ice by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Celestial Blue'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 Celestial Blue?
Celestial Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Celestial Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.