Serenity 4005-7B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CEDAED, estimated LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Dawn from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CEDAED · 4005-7B
Serenity
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Serenity Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEDAED
RGB206, 218, 237
Estimated LRV69.4
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Blue Dawn
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#CAD6E8
Close digital match
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#CBD8E9
Close digital match
Naturally Calm
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#D2DDED
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Snowy Shadow
Dunn-Edwards
#D3DBEC
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Bonnie Blue Eyes
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#C5D5EA
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#C5D6EB
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#C7D1E2
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Colors That Work With Serenity
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Serenity
#CEDAED
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#837DB5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Serenity
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Serenity 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
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Serenity — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serenity have?
Serenity by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Serenity from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Serenity are Blue Dawn by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Lavender Lullaby by Kilz (a close digital match), Naturally Calm by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Serenity'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 Serenity?
Serenity has a estimated lightness value of 69.4, 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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