Low Tide 8003-39F is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #496C73, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jade from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #496C73 · 8003-39F
Low Tide
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Low Tide Technical Profile
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Low Tide in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Low Tide in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLow Tide
Nearly identical
BehrJade
Jade
Behr
Nearly identical
Fair Isle Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Overcast Day
Kilz
Very similar
Azalea Leaf
PPG
Very similar
Ocean Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Iron Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dusk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bowman Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tempe Star
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Water Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Low Tide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Low Tide
#496C73
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#60708F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Low Tide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Low Tide 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 Low Tide.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Low Tide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Low Tide have?
Low Tide by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Low Tide in your own space before committing.
What colors match Low Tide from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Low Tide are Jade by Behr (a near-identical match), Fair Isle Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), River Rapids by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Low Tide'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 Low Tide?
Low Tide has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.4, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Low Tide's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.