Prairie Sky 4003-5B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CAD6E3, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stratosphere from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CAD6E3 · 4003-5B
Prairie Sky
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Prairie Sky Technical Profile
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Prairie Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Prairie Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPrairie Sky
Nearly identical
PPGStratosphere
Stratosphere
PPG
Nearly identical
Ice Sculpture
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Gossamer
Behr
Nearly identical
Sheer Silhouette
Kilz
Nearly identical
Silenced Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Oceana Drive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Surf’s Surprise
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Icelandic
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Surf's Surprise
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prairie Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prairie Sky
#CAD6E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prairie Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prairie Sky 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 Prairie Sky.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prairie Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prairie Sky have?
Prairie Sky 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 Prairie Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Prairie Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Prairie Sky are Stratosphere by PPG (a near-identical match), Ice Sculpture by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Misty Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Prairie Sky'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 Prairie Sky?
Prairie Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Prairie Sky's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.