Lighthouse Shadows 4008-3B is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BBC8D0, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mild Wind Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBC8D0 · 4008-3B
Lighthouse Shadows
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lighthouse Shadows Technical Profile
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Lighthouse Shadows in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lighthouse Shadows in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLighthouse Shadows
Nearly identical
PPGMild Wind Blue
Mild Wind Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Sea Weathered
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Alice White
Behr
Nearly identical
Upward
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bay of Hope
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Soothing Ocean
Kilz
Nearly identical
Water Droplet
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sky’s the Limit
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mt Rainier Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lighthouse Shadows
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lighthouse Shadows
#BBC8D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lighthouse Shadows
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lighthouse Shadows 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 Lighthouse Shadows.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lighthouse Shadows — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lighthouse Shadows have?
Lighthouse Shadows by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lighthouse Shadows in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lighthouse Shadows from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lighthouse Shadows are Mild Wind Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Sea Weathered by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Silvered Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lighthouse Shadows'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 Lighthouse Shadows?
Lighthouse Shadows has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.4, 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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