Skyward 5001-9C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9ECBDA, LRV 55 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hawaiian Ocean from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9ECBDA · 5001-9C
Skyward
55%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Skyward Technical Profile
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Skyward in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Skyward in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSkyward
Nearly identical
KilzHawaiian Ocean
Hawaiian Ocean
Kilz
Nearly identical
Seaglass Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Russian Blue
Behr
Very similar
Blue Rosette
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Gift of the Sea
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bluebell
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Daydream
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Emily
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Eastern Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Skyward
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Skyward
#9ECBDA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E8BB4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Skyward
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Skyward 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 Skyward.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Skyward — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Skyward have?
Skyward 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 Skyward in your own space before committing.
What colors match Skyward from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Skyward are Hawaiian Ocean by Kilz (a near-identical match), Seaglass Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Tropical Lagoon by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Skyward'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 Skyward?
Skyward has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.0, 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 Skyward's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.