Sea Star 8003-39C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A5BFC2, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oslo Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A5BFC2 · 8003-39C
Sea Star
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sea Star Technical Profile
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Sea Star in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sea Star in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSea Star
Nearly identical
BehrOslo Blue
Oslo Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Colonial Aqua
PPG
Nearly identical
Paradiso
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bell Bottoms
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blue Spruce
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rain
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Splishy Splash
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Restful Retreat
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Restful Retreat
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sea Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sea Star
#A5BFC2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8595AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sea Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sea Star 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 Star.
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 Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sea Star have?
Sea Star by Valspar has a neutral 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 Star in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sea Star from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sea Star are Oslo Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Colonial Aqua by PPG (a near-identical match), Paradiso by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sea Star'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 Star?
Sea Star has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.2, 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 Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.