Hobgoblin 8004-39F is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3D5F6D, estimated LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is La at Night from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #3D5F6D · 8004-39F
Hobgoblin
10%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Hobgoblin Technical Profile
HEX Code#3D5F6D
RGB61, 95, 109
Estimated LRV10.3
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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#3D5E6A
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Colors That Work With Hobgoblin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hobgoblin
#3D5F6D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#586285
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hobgoblin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hobgoblin 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
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Hobgoblin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hobgoblin have?
Hobgoblin by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Hobgoblin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hobgoblin are La at Night by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Night Edition by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Bermudan Blue by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hobgoblin'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 Hobgoblin?
Hobgoblin has a estimated lightness value 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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