Ref. #3C5355 · 8003-39G
Long Water
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Long Water Technical Profile
What color is Long Water? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #3C5355. Colors similar to Long Water include MPC Green Door, Kilz Oceans Deep, Kilz Oceans Deep. Long Water has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Long Water creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Long Water
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Long Water from other brands?
The closest matches are Green Door by MPC (#3B5254), Oceans Deep by Kilz (#395255), Oceans Deep by Kilz (#395255). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Long Water?
Long Water has an LRV of 7.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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