Schoolboy Blue 4007-5B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BCD1D9, LRV 61 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Under the Big Top from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BCD1D9 · 4007-5B
Schoolboy Blue
61%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Schoolboy Blue Technical Profile
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Schoolboy Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Schoolboy Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSchoolboy Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreUnder the Big Top
Under the Big Top
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Summer Shower
Kilz
Nearly identical
Abstract Idea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Falling Tears
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Briney Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Abstract Idea
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Clear Sailing
PPG
Nearly identical
Skyline Steel
Behr
Nearly identical
Balmy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Schoolboy Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Schoolboy Blue
#BCD1D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Schoolboy Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Schoolboy Blue 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 Schoolboy Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Schoolboy Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Schoolboy Blue have?
Schoolboy Blue 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 Schoolboy Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Schoolboy Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Schoolboy Blue are Under the Big Top by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Watercolor by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Summer Shower by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Schoolboy Blue'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 Schoolboy Blue?
Schoolboy Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Schoolboy Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.