Summer Splash 5002-9C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #88C9E6, LRV 53 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Below Zero from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #88C9E6 · 5002-9C
Summer Splash
53%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Summer Splash Technical Profile
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Summer Splash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Summer Splash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSummer Splash
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBelow Zero
Below Zero
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sky Fall
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sailors Knot
Behr
Nearly identical
Grandma's Sweater
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
By the Sea
PPG
Very similar
Lupe’s Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lasting Thoughts
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Twinkle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Bird Of Paradise
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Summer Splash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Summer Splash
#88C9E6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7180C1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Summer Splash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Summer Splash 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 Splash.
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 Splash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Summer Splash have?
Summer Splash by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Summer Splash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Summer Splash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Summer Splash are Below Zero by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sky Fall by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sailors Knot by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Summer Splash'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 Summer Splash?
Summer Splash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Summer Splash's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.