Oh So Vo 8001-40G is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #016892, LRV 12 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wave Runner from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #016892 · 8001-40G
Oh So Vo
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Oh So Vo Technical Profile
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Oh So Vo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Oh So Vo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparOh So Vo
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWave Runner
Wave Runner
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Port Au Prince
PPG
Nearly identical
Southern Evening
Behr
Nearly identical
Wavy Navy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ink Blotch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Seaport Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Wind Surfing
Kilz
Very similar
Adriatic Sea
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tory Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oh So Vo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oh So Vo
#016892
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#28419E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oh So Vo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oh So Vo 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 Oh So Vo.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oh So Vo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oh So Vo have?
Oh So Vo 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 Oh So Vo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Oh So Vo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oh So Vo are Wave Runner by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Port Au Prince by PPG (a near-identical match), Southern Evening by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Oh So Vo'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 Oh So Vo?
Oh So Vo has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Oh So Vo's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.