Dark Iris 4009-5 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3A5367, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Midnight Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3A5367 · 4009-5
Dark Iris
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Iris Technical Profile
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Dark Iris in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Iris in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDark Iris
Nearly identical
BehrMidnight Blue
Midnight Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Hudson Bay
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Day Spa
Vista Paint
Very similar
Day Spa
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Alaskan Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Indigo Batik
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Saxophone Solo
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Lava
PPG
Very similar
Midnight Haze
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Iris
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Iris
#3A5367
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#55577F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Iris
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Iris 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 Dark Iris.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Iris — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Iris have?
Dark Iris 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 Dark Iris in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Iris from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Iris are Midnight Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Inlet Harbor by Behr (a near-identical match), Outerspace by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dark Iris'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 Dark Iris?
Dark Iris has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.1, 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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Related Reading
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 Dark Iris's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.