Elevation 8004-39B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C5D8DE, LRV 66 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Balmy from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5D8DE · 8004-39B
Elevation
66%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Elevation Technical Profile
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Elevation in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elevation in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparElevation
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBalmy
Balmy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Allure
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Heaven on Earth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Clear Sailing
PPG
Nearly identical
Falling Tears
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sierra Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea Foam Mist
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Subtle Breeze
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sky Light View
Behr
Nearly identical
Water .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elevation
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elevation
#C5D8DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elevation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elevation 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 Elevation.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elevation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elevation have?
Elevation 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 Elevation in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elevation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elevation are Balmy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Allure by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Heaven on Earth by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Elevation'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 Elevation?
Elevation has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.3, 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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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 Elevation's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.