Egyptian Blue 4011-7 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #42658A, LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hondy Tonk Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #42658A · 4011-7
Egyptian Blue
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Egyptian Blue Technical Profile
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Egyptian Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Egyptian Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparEgyptian Blue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintHondy Tonk Blue
Hondy Tonk Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Azure Tide
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Distant Blue
RAL
Nearly identical
Mosaic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Honky Tonk Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Teeny Bikini
PPG
Very similar
Old Glory
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rainy Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dashing Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Egyptian Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Egyptian Blue
#42658A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#65659B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Egyptian Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Egyptian 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 Egyptian 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.
Egyptian Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Egyptian Blue have?
Egyptian Blue 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 Egyptian Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Egyptian Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Egyptian Blue are Hondy Tonk Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Azure Tide by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Distant Blue by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Egyptian 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 Egyptian Blue?
Egyptian Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.3, 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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