Pacific Pleasure 5009-10 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #146C8A, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue in Barbados from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #146C8A · 5009-10
Pacific Pleasure
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pacific Pleasure Technical Profile
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Pacific Pleasure in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pacific Pleasure in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPacific Pleasure
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBlue in Barbados
Blue in Barbados
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Deep Ocean
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ice Cave
Behr
Nearly identical
Tory Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ahoy! Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Georgian Bay
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Port Au Prince
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Very similar
Wave Runner
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wind Surfing
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pacific Pleasure
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pacific Pleasure
#146C8A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3A5197
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pacific Pleasure
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pacific Pleasure 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 Pacific Pleasure.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pacific Pleasure — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pacific Pleasure have?
Pacific Pleasure 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 Pacific Pleasure in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pacific Pleasure from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pacific Pleasure are Blue in Barbados by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Deep Ocean by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ice Cave by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pacific Pleasure'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 Pacific Pleasure?
Pacific Pleasure has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.7, 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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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 Pacific Pleasure's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.