Slipstream 8001-45A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D2DFEE, LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brisa De Mar from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2DFEE · 8001-45A
Slipstream
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Slipstream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Slipstream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSlipstream
Nearly identical
BehrBrisa De Mar
Brisa De Mar
Behr
Nearly identical
Soft Cloud Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Letter To Juliet
Kilz
Nearly identical
Alaskan Skies
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beautyberry
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Brush Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Brush Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
White Satin
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Rhythmic Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Slipstream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Slipstream
#D2DFEE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F7DB5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Slipstream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Slipstream 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 Slipstream.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Slipstream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Slipstream have?
Slipstream 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 Slipstream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Slipstream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Slipstream are Brisa De Mar by Behr (a near-identical match), Sea Breeze by Behr (a near-identical match), Soft Cloud Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Slipstream'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 Slipstream?
Slipstream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 72.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Related Reading
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 Slipstream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.