Journal Book 4004-5A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CFDEE7, LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Airy Blue from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFDEE7 · 4004-5A
Journal Book
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Journal Book in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Journal Book in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparJournal Book
Nearly identical
KilzAiry Blue
Airy Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Simply Elegant
PPG
Nearly identical
Ethereal Morn
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sheer Bliss
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rhythmic Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Precious Dew Drop
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Soft Cloud
Behr
Nearly identical
Snow Lodge
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Simple Serenity
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Journal Book
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Journal Book
#CFDEE7
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 Journal Book
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Journal Book 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Journal Book — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Journal Book have?
Journal Book 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 Journal Book in your own space before committing.
What colors match Journal Book from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Journal Book are Airy Blue by Kilz (a near-identical match), Simply Elegant by PPG (a near-identical match), Ethereal Morn by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Journal Book'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 Journal Book?
Journal Book has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 71.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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