Cool Hue 4005-9B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CEDBEC, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lavender Lullaby from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CEDBEC · 4005-9B
Cool Hue
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cool Hue Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEDBEC
RGB206, 219, 236
Estimated LRV69.8
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Cool Hue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#CBD8E9
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#CDDCED
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#D2DDED
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#C9D9E9
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#C8D6E5
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Colors That Work With Cool Hue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Hue
#CEDBEC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#827EB4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Hue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Hue 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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Cool Hue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Hue have?
Cool Hue by Valspar has a neutral 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 Cool Hue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cool Hue are Lavender Lullaby by Kilz (a close digital match), Alaskan Skies by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Naturally Calm by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cool Hue'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 Cool Hue?
Cool Hue has a estimated lightness value of 69.8, 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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Why Cool Hue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.