Serenity 4005-7B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CEDAED, 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.
Ref. #CEDAED · 4005-7B
Serenity
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Serenity Technical Profile
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Serenity in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Serenity in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSerenity
Nearly identical
Vista PaintBlue Dawn
Blue Dawn
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lavender Lullaby
Kilz
Nearly identical
Naturally Calm
Behr
Nearly identical
Snowy Shadow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bonnie Blue Eyes
PPG
Nearly identical
Hushed Violet
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fluid Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ice Sculpture
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Serenity
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Serenity.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Serenity — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serenity have?
Serenity 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 Serenity in your own space before committing.
What colors match Serenity from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Serenity are Blue Dawn by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lavender Lullaby by Kilz (a near-identical match), Naturally Calm by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Serenity's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.