Providence 8003-44F is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5A7589, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pacific Rim Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5A7589 · 8003-44F
Providence
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Providence Technical Profile
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Providence in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Providence in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparProvidence
Nearly identical
PPGPacific Rim Blue
Pacific Rim Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Georgian Bay
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Arrowhead Lake
Behr
Very similar
Blue Depths
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Inky Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cape Cod Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Iron Medallion
Kilz
Very similar
Flint Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
San Miguel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Providence
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Providence
#5A7589
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7477A2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Providence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Providence 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 Providence.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Providence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Providence have?
Providence 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 Providence in your own space before committing.
What colors match Providence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Providence are Pacific Rim Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Smoke Blue by PPG (a very close match), Georgian Bay by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Providence'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 Providence?
Providence has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Providence's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.