Palisade Blue 4006-3B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A5B8C6, 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.
Ref. #A5B8C6 · 4006-3B
Palisade Blue
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Palisade Blue Technical Profile
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Palisade Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Palisade Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPalisade Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsOvercast Sky
Overcast Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Windy Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grand Bay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Always Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
November Skies
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Calming Space
Behr
Very similar
Lovebird Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water Splash
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Palisade Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Palisade 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Palisade Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Palisade Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Palisade Blue are Overcast Sky by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Windy Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Country Air by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Palisade Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.