Long Water 8003-39G is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3C5355, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oceans Deep from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3C5355 · 8003-39G
Long Water
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Long Water in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Long Water in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLong Water
Nearly identical
KilzOceans Deep
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Nearly identical
Almost Famous
Behr
Nearly identical
Cape Royal
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mountain Pine
PPG
Nearly identical
Everard Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jungled Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Deep Space
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lunar Eclipse
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Still Water
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Basalt Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Long Water
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Long Water
#3C5355
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E5F76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Long Water
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Long Water 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 Long Water.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Long Water — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Long Water have?
Long Water 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 Long Water in your own space before committing.
What colors match Long Water from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Long Water are Oceans Deep by Kilz (a near-identical match), Almost Famous by Behr (a near-identical match), Abysse by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Long Water'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 Long Water?
Long Water has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Long Water's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.