Ref. #34808B · 5005-8C
Starry Sky
18%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Starry Sky Technical Profile
What color is Starry Sky? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #34808B. Colors similar to Starry Sky include Kilz Lombardy Lake, Benjamin Moore Salzburg Blue, Benjamin Moore Calypso Blue. Starry Sky has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 18, Starry Sky creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Starry Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Starry Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Starry Sky
#34808B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#58719A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Starry Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Starry Sky 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 Starry Sky.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Starry Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Starry Sky have?
Starry Sky by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Starry Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Lombardy Lake by Kilz (#38838D), Salzburg Blue by Benjamin Moore (#2D8493), Calypso Blue by Benjamin Moore (#3A7B86). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Starry Sky?
Starry Sky has an LRV of 18.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Starry Sky's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.