Northern Sky Blue 4008-5B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AAC5D3, LRV 53 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Twinkle from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AAC5D3 · 4008-5B
Northern Sky Blue
53%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Northern Sky Blue Technical Profile
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Northern Sky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Northern Sky Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparNorthern Sky Blue
Nearly identical
PPGTwinkle
Twinkle
PPG
Nearly identical
Greenhow Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Quiet Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dancing in the Rain
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Opal Waters
Behr
Nearly identical
Dancing in the Rain
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Vast Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tender Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Peace River
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Northern Sky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Northern Sky Blue
#AAC5D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Northern Sky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Northern Sky 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Northern Sky Blue.
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 Sky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Northern Sky Blue have?
Northern Sky Blue by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Sky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Northern Sky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Northern Sky Blue are Twinkle by PPG (a near-identical match), Greenhow Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sea View by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Northern Sky 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 Northern Sky Blue?
Northern Sky Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Northern Sky Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.