Peacock Blues 8003-41E is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #497A8D, LRV 17 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Storm from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #497A8D · 8003-41E
Peacock Blues
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Peacock Blues Technical Profile
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Peacock Blues in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Peacock Blues in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPeacock Blues
Nearly identical
KilzStorm
Storm
Kilz
Nearly identical
Azurite
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ocean Blues
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Windsor Haze
Behr
Nearly identical
Turkish Tile
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
English River
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Rocky Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Adventure
PPG
Very similar
Ahoy Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Water Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peacock Blues
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peacock Blues
#497A8D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6C779D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peacock Blues
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peacock Blues 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 Peacock Blues.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peacock Blues — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peacock Blues have?
Peacock Blues 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 Peacock Blues in your own space before committing.
What colors match Peacock Blues from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peacock Blues are Storm by Kilz (a near-identical match), Azurite by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ocean Blues by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Peacock Blues'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 Peacock Blues?
Peacock Blues has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.3, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Peacock Blues's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.