Promise 4005-7C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B4C5E5, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Stemware from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #B4C5E5 · 4005-7C
Promise
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Promise Technical Profile
HEX Code#B4C5E5
RGB180, 197, 229
Estimated LRV55.3
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
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 →
Blue Stemware
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#B4C3E0
Close digital match
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#B6C4E2
Close digital match
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#B9CAEE
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Colors That Work With Promise
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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
Digital 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
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Promise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Promise have?
Promise by Valspar has a neutral 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 Promise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Promise are Blue Stemware by PPG (a close digital match), April Morning by Kilz (a close digital match), Lyrical Poetry by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Promise'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 Promise?
Promise has a estimated lightness value of 55.3, 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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