Laid-Back Blue 8003-39E is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #78969A, estimated LRV 28 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hemlock from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #78969A · 8003-39E
Laid-Back Blue
28%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Laid-Back Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#78969A
RGB120, 150, 154
Estimated LRV28.1
UndertoneCool (Blue)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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#76969B
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Colors That Work With Laid-Back Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Laid-Back Blue
#78969A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Laid-Back Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Laid-Back Blue 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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Laid-Back Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Laid-Back Blue have?
Laid-Back Blue 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 Laid-Back Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Laid-Back Blue are Hemlock by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Cathedral Glass by PPG (a close digital match), Tranquil Aqua by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Laid-Back Blue'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 Laid-Back Blue?
Laid-Back Blue has a estimated lightness value of 28.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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