Ref. #414F5B · 4009-4
Fly-by-Night Blue
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fly-by-Night Blue Technical Profile
What color is Fly-by-Night Blue? It's a dark cool neutral with the hex code #414F5B. Colors similar to Fly-by-Night Blue include Dunn-Edwards Midnight Haze, PPG Cavalry, Dunn-Edwards Nightfall. Fly-by-Night Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Fly-by-Night Blue creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Fly-by-Night Blue pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Fly-by-Night Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fly-by-Night Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fly-by-Night Blue
#414F5B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#53547C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fly-by-Night Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fly-by-Night 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 Fly-by-Night Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fly-by-Night Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fly-by-Night Blue have?
Fly-by-Night Blue by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Fly-by-Night Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Midnight Haze by Dunn-Edwards (#3E505F), Cavalry by PPG (#3F4C5A), Nightfall by Dunn-Edwards (#43535E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fly-by-Night Blue?
Fly-by-Night Blue has an LRV of 7.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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