Ref. #BFCBCD · 8004-37B
Milky Way
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Milky Way Technical Profile
What color is Milky Way? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #BFCBCD. Colors similar to Milky Way include Hirshfield's Tudor Ice, Kilz Wild Arctic, Benjamin Moore Gentle Gray. Milky Way has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Milky Way sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Milky Way
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Milky Way
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Milky Way
#BFCBCD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Milky Way
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Milky Way 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 Milky Way.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Milky Way — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Milky Way have?
Milky Way by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Milky Way from other brands?
The closest matches are Tudor Ice by Hirshfield's (#C1CECF), Wild Arctic by Kilz (#BFCBCB), Gentle Gray by Benjamin Moore (#C1CBCE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Milky Way?
Milky Way has an LRV of 58.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Milky Way's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.