Ocean Horizon 8002-40D is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6FBDD3, LRV 45 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Skyway from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6FBDD3 · 8002-40D
Ocean Horizon
45%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Horizon Technical Profile
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Ocean Horizon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ocean Horizon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparOcean Horizon
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSkyway
Skyway
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Surfin'
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Graceful Sea
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sky Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Yacht Blue
Behr
Very similar
Pacific Coast Blue
PPG
Very similar
Mountain Creek
Kilz
Very similar
Water Baby
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lasting Thoughts
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Horizon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Horizon
#6FBDD3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#788BBA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Horizon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Horizon 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 Ocean Horizon.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ocean Horizon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Horizon have?
Ocean Horizon 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 Ocean Horizon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ocean Horizon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Horizon are Skyway by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Surfin' by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Graceful Sea by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ocean Horizon'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 Ocean Horizon?
Ocean Horizon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ocean Horizon's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.