Ref. #B4C5E5 · 4005-7C
Promise
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Promise Technical Profile
What color is Promise? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B4C5E5. Colors similar to Promise include Kilz April Morning, Kilz Lyrical Poetry, Behr Violet Vision. Promise has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Promise sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Promise
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Promise
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Promise
#B4C5E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#847BB7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Promise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Promise 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 Promise.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Promise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Promise have?
Promise by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Promise from other brands?
The closest matches are April Morning by Kilz (#B6C4E2), Lyrical Poetry by Kilz (#B3C3DF), Violet Vision by Behr (#B9CAEE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Promise?
Promise has an LRV of 55.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Promise's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.