Encore 8002-45G is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #0F456E, LRV 6 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Planetarium from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #0F456E · 8002-45G
Encore
6%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Encore in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Encore in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparEncore
Nearly identical
BehrPlanetarium
Planetarium
Behr
Nearly identical
Honorable Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Prairie Night
Vista Paint
Very similar
Downpour Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Tang
PPG
Very similar
Delft Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Slumber
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Traffic Blue
RAL
Very similar
Dancing Sea
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Indigo
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Encore
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Encore.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Encore — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Encore have?
Encore 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 Encore in your own space before committing.
What colors match Encore from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Encore are Planetarium by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Encore's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.