Rushing Rapids 5001-8A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #5E97B5, LRV 28 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Poolside from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5E97B5 · 5001-8A
Rushing Rapids
28%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Rushing Rapids Technical Profile
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Rushing Rapids in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rushing Rapids in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRushing Rapids
Nearly identical
Benjamin MoorePoolside
Poolside
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hush-a-bye
PPG
Nearly identical
Superhero
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Honest Blue
Behr
Very similar
Lake Lucerne
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jacaranda
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Seaside Retreat
Kilz
Very similar
Sea of Atlantis
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sea of Atlantis
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rushing Rapids
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rushing Rapids
#5E97B5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8289B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rushing Rapids
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rushing Rapids 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 Rushing Rapids.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rushing Rapids — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rushing Rapids have?
Rushing Rapids by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Rushing Rapids in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rushing Rapids from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rushing Rapids are Poolside by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Hush-a-bye by PPG (a near-identical match), Vanity by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rushing Rapids'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 Rushing Rapids?
Rushing Rapids has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 27.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rushing Rapids's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.