Superior Blue 4006-8A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #86ABD5, 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.
Ref. #86ABD5 · 4006-8A
Superior Blue
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Superior Blue Technical Profile
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Superior Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Superior Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSuperior Blue
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sBlue Parlor
Blue Parlor
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Marina
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Parlor
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Aqua Marina
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Hydrangea
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bluebird
Behr
Very similar
Bachelor Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
On Cloud Nine
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Celestial
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Superior Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Superior Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Superior Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Superior Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Superior Blue are Blue Parlor by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Blue Marina by PPG (a near-identical match), Blue Parlor by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Superior Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.