Star Gazer 4008-8B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #508BC4, estimated LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blueberry Popover from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #508BC4 · 4008-8B
Star Gazer
24%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Star Gazer Technical Profile
HEX Code#508BC4
RGB80, 139, 196
Estimated LRV24.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Blueberry Popover
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#5488C0
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Safe Harbor
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#4A87CB
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Come Sail Away
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#5890C6
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#5287B9
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#608FC3
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Colors That Work With Star Gazer
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Star Gazer
#508BC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B7BB7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Star Gazer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Star Gazer 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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Star Gazer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Star Gazer have?
Star Gazer by Valspar has a neutral 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 Star Gazer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Star Gazer are Blueberry Popover by PPG (a close digital match), Safe Harbor by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Come Sail Away by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Star Gazer'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 Star Gazer?
Star Gazer has a estimated lightness value of 24.2, 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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