Skyline 8003-47G is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #404565, LRV 6 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Maize from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #404565 · 8003-47G
Skyline
6%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Skyline Technical Profile
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Skyline in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Skyline in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSkyline
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallBlue Maize
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Garden Iris
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Nobility Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Royal Hyacinth
PPG
Very similar
Wizard
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Singing the Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Royal Wave
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Galaxy
Kilz
Very similar
Majestic Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
True Romance
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Violet Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Skyline
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Skyline
#404565
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#665682
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Skyline
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Skyline 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 Skyline.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Skyline — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Skyline have?
Skyline by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Skyline in your own space before committing.
What colors match Skyline from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Skyline are Blue Maize by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Garden Iris by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Nobility Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Skyline'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 Skyline?
Skyline has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.3, 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
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 Skyline's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.