Nautical 5007-9C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7ACDC6, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is November Skies from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7ACDC6 · 5007-9C
Nautical
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nautical Technical Profile
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Nautical in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nautical in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNautical
Nearly identical
BehrNovember Skies
November Skies
Behr
Nearly identical
Turkish Teal
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Verdigris Patina
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mexicali Turquoise
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Miss Golightly
Kilz
Very similar
Turkish Teal
Vista Paint
Very similar
Isle Royale
PPG
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Very similar
Holiday Turquoise
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tranquil Teal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nautical
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nautical
#7ACDC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D9EB5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nautical
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nautical 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 Nautical.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nautical — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nautical have?
Nautical 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 Nautical in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nautical from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nautical are November Skies by Behr (a near-identical match), Turkish Teal by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Verdigris Patina by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nautical'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 Nautical?
Nautical has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Nautical's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.