Sea Exposure 5005-8B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #529EA9, LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Lake from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #529EA9 · 5005-8B
Sea Exposure
29%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sea Exposure Technical Profile
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Sea Exposure in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sea Exposure in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSea Exposure
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBlue Lake
Blue Lake
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Island Hop
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Relaxed Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Acapulco Cliffs
PPG
Nearly identical
Teal Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Freshwater
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Kilz
Very similar
Gulf Coast Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sea Exposure
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sea Exposure
#529EA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8192AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sea Exposure
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sea Exposure 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 Sea Exposure.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sea Exposure — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sea Exposure have?
Sea Exposure 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 Sea Exposure in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sea Exposure from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sea Exposure are Blue Lake by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Island Hop by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Relaxed Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sea Exposure'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 Sea Exposure?
Sea Exposure has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.1, 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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Related Reading
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 Sea Exposure's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.