Courtyard Shadow 4004-3B is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B1BBC8, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Taboo Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B1BBC8 · 4004-3B
Courtyard Shadow
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Courtyard Shadow Technical Profile
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Courtyard Shadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Courtyard Shadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCourtyard Shadow
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyTaboo Blue
Taboo Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Silver Night Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
November Skies
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Simply Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Adirondack
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Favorite Things
Vista Paint
Very similar
Windy Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Silver Falls
Kilz
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pompeii Ruins
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Courtyard Shadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Courtyard Shadow
#B1BBC8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Courtyard Shadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Courtyard Shadow 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 Courtyard Shadow.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Courtyard Shadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Courtyard Shadow have?
Courtyard Shadow by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Courtyard Shadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Courtyard Shadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Courtyard Shadow are Taboo Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Silver Night Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), November Skies by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Courtyard Shadow'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 Courtyard Shadow?
Courtyard Shadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.1, 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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