Photogenic 5010-10 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #447087, estimated LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marine Bay from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #447087 · 5010-10
Photogenic
15%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Photogenic Technical Profile
HEX Code#447087
RGB68, 112, 135
Estimated LRV14.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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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#477188
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#3E6F87
Close digital match
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Colors That Work With Photogenic
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Photogenic
#447087
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#666E98
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Photogenic
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Photogenic 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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Photogenic — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Photogenic have?
Photogenic by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Photogenic from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Photogenic are Marine Bay by Kilz (a close digital match), Crashing Waves by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Down Pour by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Photogenic'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 Photogenic?
Photogenic has a estimated lightness value of 14.6, 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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