Prussian Cadet 4008-6C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #526877, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Turbulent Sea from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #526877 · 4008-6C
Prussian Cadet
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Prussian Cadet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Prussian Cadet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPrussian Cadet
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsTurbulent Sea
Turbulent Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rush Hour
Behr
Very similar
Needlepoint Navy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cape Cod Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Spellbound
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Silent Night
PPG
Very similar
Flint Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cape Cod Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Iron Medallion
Kilz
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prussian Cadet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prussian Cadet
#526877
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#656A97
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prussian Cadet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prussian Cadet 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 Prussian Cadet.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prussian Cadet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prussian Cadet have?
Prussian Cadet by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Prussian Cadet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Prussian Cadet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Prussian Cadet are Turbulent Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Morro Bay by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Rush Hour by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Prussian Cadet'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 Prussian Cadet?
Prussian Cadet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.0, 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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