Northern Hemisphere 5009-5 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #28665E, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Bay from Sherwin-Williams (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #28665E · 5009-5
Northern Hemisphere
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Northern Hemisphere Technical Profile
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Northern Hemisphere in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Northern Hemisphere in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNorthern Hemisphere
Very similar
Sherwin-WilliamsGreen Bay
Green Bay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Timbered Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Verdant Forest
Behr
Very similar
Enchanted Evergreen
Vista Paint
Very similar
Evergreen Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Empress Teal
PPG
Very similar
Argyll
Kilz
Very similar
Brazilian Rainforest
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Arizona Stone
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Opal Green
RAL
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Northern Hemisphere
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Northern Hemisphere
#28665E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#47677A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Northern Hemisphere
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Northern Hemisphere 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Northern Hemisphere — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Northern Hemisphere have?
Northern Hemisphere 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 Northern Hemisphere in your own space before committing.
What colors match Northern Hemisphere from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Northern Hemisphere are Green Bay by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match), Timbered Green by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Verdant Forest by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Northern Hemisphere'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 Northern Hemisphere?
Northern Hemisphere has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Northern Hemisphere's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.