Ref. #96D2E5 · 8002-40C
Gossamer Threads
58%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gossamer Threads Technical Profile
What color is Gossamer Threads? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #96D2E5. Colors similar to Gossamer Threads include Hirshfield's Orleans Tune, Vista Paint Orleans Tune, Vista Paint New Day Sky. Gossamer Threads has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Gossamer Threads 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 Gossamer Threads
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gossamer Threads
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gossamer Threads
#96D2E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7487BE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gossamer Threads
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gossamer Threads 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 Gossamer Threads.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gossamer Threads — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gossamer Threads have?
Gossamer Threads by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Gossamer Threads from other brands?
The closest matches are Orleans Tune by Hirshfield's (#97D5E7), Orleans Tune by Vista Paint (#9AD6E6), New Day Sky by Vista Paint (#9FD7E9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gossamer Threads?
Gossamer Threads has an LRV of 58.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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