Ref. #AAC5D3 · 4008-5B
Northern Sky Blue
53%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Northern Sky Blue Technical Profile
What color is Northern Sky Blue? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #AAC5D3. Colors similar to Northern Sky Blue include PPG Twinkle, Benjamin Moore Greenhow Blue, Benjamin Moore Sea View. Northern Sky Blue has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Northern Sky Blue sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Northern Sky Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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
Peace River
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
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 belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Northern Sky Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Twinkle by PPG (#ADC6D3), Greenhow Blue by Benjamin Moore (#ADC8D5), Sea View by Benjamin Moore (#AEC7D5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Northern Sky Blue?
Northern Sky Blue has an LRV of 53.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Northern Sky Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.