Providence 8003-44F is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5A7589, estimated 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.
Valspar · #5A7589 · 8003-44F
Providence
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Providence Technical Profile
HEX Code#5A7589
RGB90, 117, 137
Estimated LRV16.7
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Providence
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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
Digital 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
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Providence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Providence have?
Providence 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 Providence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Providence are Pacific Rim Blue by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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