Highlights 8006-8A is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C9D0D4, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sweet Innocence from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9D0D4 · 8006-8A
Highlights
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Highlights in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Highlights in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparHighlights
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSweet Innocence
Sweet Innocence
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Quiet Rain
PPG
Nearly identical
Shiny Nickel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
North Star
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Polar Frost
Behr
Nearly identical
Where there is Smoke
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Moonlit Walk
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sacred Spring
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Northern Sky
Kilz
Very similar
Telegrey 4
RAL
Very similar
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Highlights
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Highlights
#C9D0D4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Highlights
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Highlights 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 Highlights.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Highlights — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Highlights have?
Highlights 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 Highlights in your own space before committing.
What colors match Highlights from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Highlights are Sweet Innocence by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Quiet Rain by PPG (a near-identical match), Shiny Nickel by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Highlights'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 Highlights?
Highlights has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 62.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Highlights's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.