Nautical 5007-9C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7ACDC6, estimated 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.
Valspar · #7ACDC6 · 5007-9C
Nautical
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Nautical Technical Profile
HEX Code#7ACDC6
RGB122, 205, 198
Estimated LRV51.9
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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Compare alternatives to Nautical
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
November Skies
Behr
#78CDC5
Close digital match
Turkish Teal
Hirshfield's
#72CAC1
Close digital match
Verdigris Patina
Dutch Boy
#73D2C9
Close digital match
Mexicali Turquoise
Benjamin Moore
#79CFCD
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Miss Golightly
Kilz
#83D4CA
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Turkish Teal
Vista Paint
#73C9BD
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Isle Royale
PPG
#80D7CF
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Light Green
RAL
#84C3BE
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Holiday Turquoise
Sherwin-Williams
#8AC6BD
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Tranquil Teal
Dunn-Edwards
#8AC7BB
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Colorhouse
#9CC7C4
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Nautical
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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
Digital 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
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Nautical — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nautical have?
Nautical 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 Nautical from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nautical are November Skies by Behr (a close digital match), Turkish Teal by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Verdigris Patina by Dutch Boy (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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