Ref. #93CBC7 · 5007-7C
Gentle Wave
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gentle Wave Technical Profile
What color is Gentle Wave? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #93CBC7. Colors similar to Gentle Wave include PPG Tropical Holiday, Benjamin Moore Oceanic Teal, Kilz Celadon Plate. Gentle Wave has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Gentle Wave sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Gentle Wave
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gentle Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gentle Wave
#93CBC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#849CAE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gentle Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gentle Wave 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 Gentle Wave.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gentle Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gentle Wave have?
Gentle Wave by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Gentle Wave from other brands?
The closest matches are Tropical Holiday by PPG (#8FCDC7), Oceanic Teal by Benjamin Moore (#88C6C3), Celadon Plate by Kilz (#8BC7C0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gentle Wave?
Gentle Wave has an LRV of 53.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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