Cosmic Blue 4008-10C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #147EBB, LRV 19 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glacier Lake from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #147EBB · 4008-10C
Cosmic Blue
19%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Cosmic Blue Technical Profile
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Cosmic Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cosmic Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCosmic Blue
Nearly identical
BehrGlacier Lake
Glacier Lake
Behr
Nearly identical
Clipper Ship Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Aspiration
Kilz
Nearly identical
Making Waves
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Skylla
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Americana
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Skylla
Vista Paint
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Finley Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Danube
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cosmic Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cosmic Blue
#147EBB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4454BE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cosmic Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cosmic 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 Cosmic 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.
Cosmic Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cosmic Blue have?
Cosmic Blue by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Cosmic Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cosmic Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cosmic Blue are Glacier Lake by Behr (a near-identical match), Clipper Ship Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Aspiration by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cosmic 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 Cosmic Blue?
Cosmic Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.7, 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
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 Cosmic Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.