Northern Sky 5001-3B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CAD2D0, estimated LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winter Chill from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CAD2D0 · 5001-3B
Northern Sky
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Northern Sky Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAD2D0
RGB202, 210, 208
Estimated LRV63.2
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 Familygray
BrandValspar
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Winter Chill
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#C9D2D1
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#CDD5D3
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#CAD4D1
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#CBD4D4
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#C7D1CD
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#D1D8D6
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Silver Shores
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#C8D2D3
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Foggy Mist
Hirshfield's
#C8D1CC
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Skylight
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#CCD0CD
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Colors That Work With Northern Sky
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Northern Sky
#CAD2D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A3AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Northern Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Northern Sky 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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Northern Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Northern Sky have?
Northern Sky by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Northern Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Northern Sky are Winter Chill by PPG (a close digital match), Pacific Mist by Behr (a close digital match), Foggy Morn by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Northern Sky'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 Sky?
Northern Sky has a estimated lightness value of 63.2, 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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