Palisade Blue 4006-3B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A5B8C6, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Overcast Sky from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A5B8C6 · 4006-3B
Palisade Blue
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Palisade Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#A5B8C6
RGB165, 184, 198
Estimated LRV46.4
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#A7B8C4
Close digital match
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#AABAC6
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#A1B8CA
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Colors That Work With Palisade Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Palisade Blue
#A5B8C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Palisade Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Palisade 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
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Palisade Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Palisade Blue have?
Palisade Blue by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Palisade Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Palisade Blue are Overcast Sky by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Windy Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Country Air by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Palisade 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 Palisade Blue?
Palisade Blue has a estimated lightness value of 46.4, 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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