Hampton Surf 4010-5 is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #4D5C6A, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Approaching Storm from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D5C6A · 4010-5
Hampton Surf
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hampton Surf Technical Profile
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Hampton Surf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hampton Surf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparHampton Surf
Nearly identical
PPGApproaching Storm
Approaching Storm
PPG
Nearly identical
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Seal Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ragtime Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Harbour (marquee)
Behr
Very similar
Van Deusen Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Seal Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Poseidon Depths
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hampton Surf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hampton Surf
#4D5C6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E5E8C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hampton Surf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hampton Surf 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 Hampton Surf.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hampton Surf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hampton Surf have?
Hampton Surf 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 Hampton Surf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hampton Surf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hampton Surf are Approaching Storm by PPG (a near-identical match), Stiffkey Blue by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Seal Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hampton Surf'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 Hampton Surf?
Hampton Surf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.3, 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 Hampton Surf's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.