Encounter 4008-7B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A9CFE9, LRV 59 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marzena Dream from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9CFE9 · 4008-7B
Encounter
59%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Encounter Technical Profile
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Encounter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Encounter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparEncounter
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMarzena Dream
Marzena Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea Balm
Kilz
Nearly identical
Marzena Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fine Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sweet Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Wild Blue Yonder
PPG
Nearly identical
Palatial Skies
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wild Blue Yonder
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Porch Ceiling
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Encounter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Encounter
#A9CFE9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#757CBD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Encounter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Encounter 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 Encounter.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Encounter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Encounter have?
Encounter 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 Encounter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Encounter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Encounter are Marzena Dream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Sea Balm by Kilz (a near-identical match), Marzena Dream by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Encounter'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 Encounter?
Encounter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.9, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Encounter's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.