In the Deep Blue Sea 8004-40F is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5C6C76, LRV 14 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Lagoon from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5C6C76 · 8004-40F
In the Deep Blue Sea
14%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
In the Deep Blue Sea Technical Profile
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In the Deep Blue Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to In the Deep Blue Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparIn the Deep Blue Sea
Nearly identical
Vista PaintDeep Lagoon
Deep Lagoon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Deep Lagoon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Union Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Smoky Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Flint Stone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Made of Steel
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Deep Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Spruce
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rush Hour
Behr
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With In the Deep Blue Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
In the Deep Blue Sea
#5C6C76
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6A6F9B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for In the Deep Blue Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
In the Deep Blue Sea 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 In the Deep Blue Sea.
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
In the Deep Blue Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does In the Deep Blue Sea have?
In the Deep Blue Sea by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample In the Deep Blue Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match In the Deep Blue Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to In the Deep Blue Sea are Deep Lagoon by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Deep Lagoon by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Union Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting In the Deep Blue Sea'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 In the Deep Blue Sea?
In the Deep Blue Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.3, 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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