Soul Blue 8002-43D is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #73A9C2, estimated LRV 36 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is I've Got the Blues from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #73A9C2 · 8002-43D
Soul Blue
36%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Soul Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#73A9C2
RGB115, 169, 194
Estimated LRV35.9
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Soul Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soul Blue
#73A9C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#818AB1
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soul Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soul Blue 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
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Soul Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soul Blue have?
Soul Blue by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Soul Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soul Blue are I've Got the Blues by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lafayette Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), By The Sea by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Soul Blue'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 Soul Blue?
Soul Blue has a estimated lightness value of 35.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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