Mysterious Blue 4005-8A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9AAFD8, estimated LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Prince Charming from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #9AAFD8 · 4005-8A
Mysterious Blue
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mysterious Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#9AAFD8
RGB154, 175, 216
Estimated LRV42.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Prince Charming
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#98AFDC
Close digital match
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#9BB3DD
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Veranda Iris
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#9BB0E1
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#9AABD3
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#99A8C9
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#9EB3D1
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#A7B2D4
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Colors That Work With Mysterious Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mysterious Blue
#9AAFD8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#877EB4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mysterious Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mysterious Blue 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
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Mysterious Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mysterious Blue have?
Mysterious Blue by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Mysterious Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mysterious Blue are Prince Charming by Vista Paint (a close digital match), French Country Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Suenos by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mysterious Blue'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 Mysterious Blue?
Mysterious Blue has a estimated lightness value of 42.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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