Superior Blue 4006-8A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #86ABD5, estimated LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Parlor from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #86ABD5 · 4006-8A
Superior Blue
39%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Superior Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#86ABD5
RGB134, 171, 213
Estimated LRV39.0
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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Compare alternatives to Superior Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Blue Parlor
Hirshfield's
#85ABDB
Close digital match
Blue Marina
PPG
#83ADDB
Close digital match
Blue Parlor
Vista Paint
#88ABDA
Close digital match
Aqua Marina
Benjamin Moore
#8EAEDA
Close digital match
Blue Hydrangea
Kilz
#87B0D7
Close digital match
Bluebird
Behr
#89B1D8
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Bachelor Blue
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#8FAACA
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#85AED0
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Sherwin-Williams
#97B3D0
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#A1B8CA
Visible digital difference
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#B4CBD9
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RAL
#9DA1AA
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Superior Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Superior Blue
#86ABD5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D7BB7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Superior Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Superior 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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Superior Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Superior Blue have?
Superior Blue 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 Superior Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Superior Blue are Blue Parlor by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Blue Marina by PPG (a close digital match), Blue Parlor by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Superior 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 Superior Blue?
Superior Blue has a estimated lightness value of 39.0, 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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