Promise 4005-7C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B4C5E5, 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.
Ref. #B4C5E5 · 4005-7C
Promise
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Promise Technical Profile
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Promise in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Promise in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPromise
Nearly identical
PPGBlue Stemware
Blue Stemware
PPG
Nearly identical
April Morning
Kilz
Nearly identical
Violet Vision
Behr
Nearly identical
Morning Sky
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
My Serendipity
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Prim Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Angela Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Oriental Iris
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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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 sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Promise in your own space before committing.
What colors match Promise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Promise are Blue Stemware by PPG (a near-identical match), April Morning by Kilz (a near-identical match), Lyrical Poetry by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Promise's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.