Easy on the Eyes 8003-45A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C6D9E6, estimated LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clerestory Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #C6D9E6 · 8003-45A
Easy on the Eyes
67%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Easy on the Eyes Technical Profile
HEX Code#C6D9E6
RGB198, 217, 230
Estimated LRV67.3
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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Colors That Work With Easy on the Eyes
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Easy on the Eyes
#C6D9E6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8186B1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Easy on the Eyes
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Easy on the Eyes 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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Easy on the Eyes — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Easy on the Eyes have?
Easy on the Eyes 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 Easy on the Eyes from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Easy on the Eyes are Clerestory Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Simple Serenity by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Simple Serenity by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Easy on the Eyes'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 Easy on the Eyes?
Easy on the Eyes has a estimated lightness value of 67.3, 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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