Guest Blue 4003-6B is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7785A3, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stratford from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7785A3 · 4003-6B
Guest Blue
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Guest Blue Technical Profile
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Guest Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Guest Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGuest Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreStratford
Stratford
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Formal Affair
Behr
Nearly identical
Periwinks
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Enchanting Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pale Orchid
Vista Paint
Very similar
Evening Hush
PPG
Very similar
Remembrance
Kilz
Very similar
Searching Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Guest Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Guest Blue
#7785A3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Guest Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Guest 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 Guest 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.
Guest Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Guest Blue have?
Guest Blue by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Guest Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Guest Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Guest Blue are Stratford by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Stratford Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Formal Affair by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Guest Blue'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 Guest Blue?
Guest Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Guest Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.