Kate's Ring 8002-44G is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #01537F, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is California Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #01537F · 8002-44G
Kate's Ring
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kate's Ring Technical Profile
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Kate's Ring in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kate's Ring in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparKate's Ring
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCalifornia Blue
California Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue By You
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ocean Spray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Quiet Storm
Behr
Nearly identical
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Stunning Sapphire
PPG
Very similar
Dignity Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lapis
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rich Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Navy Dress
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kate's Ring
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kate's Ring
#01537F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#25358E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kate's Ring
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kate's Ring 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kate's Ring — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kate's Ring have?
Kate's Ring 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 Kate's Ring in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kate's Ring from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kate's Ring are California Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mistral by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blue By You by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kate's Ring'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 Kate's Ring?
Kate's Ring has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.7, 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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Why Kate's Ring's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.