Lament Blue 5001-5A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CADCE0, estimated LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Embellishment from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CADCE0 · 5001-5A
Lament Blue
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lament Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#CADCE0
RGB202, 220, 224
Estimated LRV69.1
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Lament Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Embellishment
PPG
#CBDEE2
Close digital match
Sierra Spring
Vista Paint
#C9DADE
Close digital match
Blue Haze
Benjamin Moore
#CCDDE0
Close digital match
Blue Lustre
Kilz
#CCDEE3
Close digital match
Salty Air
Dutch Boy
#C8DADD
Close digital match
Shark
Dunn-Edwards
#CADCDE
Close digital match
Little Boy Blu
Sherwin-Williams
#C7D8DB
Close digital match
Sea Foam Mist
Hirshfield's
#CBDCE2
Close digital match
Waterfall
Behr
#CFDFE4
Close digital match
Air .06
Colorhouse
#D7E2E5
Similar digital color
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
Similar digital color
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Colors That Work With Lament Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lament Blue
#CADCE0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8592AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lament Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lament 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lament Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lament Blue have?
Lament Blue by Valspar has a neutral 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 Lament Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lament Blue are Embellishment by PPG (a close digital match), Sierra Spring by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Blue Haze by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lament 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 Lament Blue?
Lament Blue has a estimated lightness value of 69.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Lament Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.