Ref. #C8E2EF · 4008-7A
Summer Breeze
73%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Summer Breeze Technical Profile
What color is Summer Breeze? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C8E2EF. Colors similar to Summer Breeze include Behr Velvet Sky, Behr Soaring Sky, PPG Niagara Falls. Summer Breeze has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Summer Breeze reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Summer Breeze
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Summer Breeze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Summer Breeze
#C8E2EF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7783BB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Summer Breeze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Summer Breeze 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 Summer Breeze.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Summer Breeze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Summer Breeze have?
Summer Breeze by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Summer Breeze from other brands?
The closest matches are Velvet Sky by Behr (#C8E2EE), Soaring Sky by Behr (#C8E2F1), Niagara Falls by PPG (#CBE3EE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Summer Breeze?
Summer Breeze has an LRV of 72.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Summer Breeze's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.