Shaded Lake 5011-9 is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #285F6F, LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bermuda Turquoise from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #285F6F · 5011-9
Shaded Lake
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Shaded Lake Technical Profile
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Shaded Lake in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Shaded Lake in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparShaded Lake
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBermuda Turquoise
Bermuda Turquoise
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Caribbean Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Atlantis
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Connor's Lakefront
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Petrol Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Very similar
Flowing River
Behr
Very similar
Bold Bolection
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Jamaican Dream
PPG
Very similar
Wild River
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Shaded Lake
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shaded Lake
#285F6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#495881
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shaded Lake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shaded Lake 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 Shaded Lake.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Shaded Lake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shaded Lake have?
Shaded Lake 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 Shaded Lake in your own space before committing.
What colors match Shaded Lake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shaded Lake are Bermuda Turquoise by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Caribbean Dream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Atlantis by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Shaded Lake'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 Shaded Lake?
Shaded Lake has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Shaded Lake's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.