Cerulean Skies 8002-38D is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7EBFC5, estimated LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aquavit from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #7EBFC5 · 8002-38D
Cerulean Skies
46%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cerulean Skies Technical Profile
HEX Code#7EBFC5
RGB126, 191, 197
Estimated LRV45.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Colors That Work With Cerulean Skies
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cerulean Skies
#7EBFC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8295B0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cerulean Skies
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cerulean Skies 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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Cerulean Skies — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cerulean Skies have?
Cerulean Skies by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Cerulean Skies from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cerulean Skies are Aquavit by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Pool Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Rapture Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cerulean Skies'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 Cerulean Skies?
Cerulean Skies has a estimated lightness value of 45.7, 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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