Encore 8002-45G is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #0F456E, estimated LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Planetarium from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #0F456E · 8002-45G
Encore
6%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Encore Technical Profile
HEX Code#0F456E
RGB15, 69, 110
Estimated LRV5.5
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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Compare alternatives to Encore
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Planetarium
Behr
#14446A
Close digital match
Honorable Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#164576
Similar digital color
Prairie Night
Vista Paint
#244667
Similar digital color
Downpour Blue
Benjamin Moore
#26476A
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Blue Tang
PPG
#2A4B6E
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Delft Blue
Dutch Boy
#003B67
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Slumber
Dunn-Edwards
#2D517C
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RAL
#063971
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Dancing Sea
Hirshfield's
#1C4D8F
Visible digital difference
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#314973
Visible digital difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
#1F4992
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Encore
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Encore
#0F456E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#303580
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Encore
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Encore 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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Encore — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Encore have?
Encore 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 Encore from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Encore are Planetarium by Behr (a close digital match), Honorable Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Prairie Night by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Encore'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 Encore?
Encore has a estimated lightness value of 5.5, 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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