Penelope 8003-46B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AFBFD3, LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Thistle from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AFBFD3 · 8003-46B
Penelope
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Penelope Technical Profile
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Penelope in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Penelope in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPenelope
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Thistle
Blue Thistle
PPG
Nearly identical
Rain Reflection
Kilz
Nearly identical
Vanity
Behr
Nearly identical
Airway
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lovebird Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Vista Paint
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Afternoon Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Windy Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Penelope
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Penelope
#AFBFD3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8785AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Penelope
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Penelope 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 Penelope.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Penelope — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Penelope have?
Penelope 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 Penelope in your own space before committing.
What colors match Penelope from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Penelope are Blue Thistle by PPG (a near-identical match), Rain Reflection by Kilz (a near-identical match), Vanity by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Penelope'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 Penelope?
Penelope has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Penelope's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.