Surf Spray 5002-7B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B9DEE7, LRV 68 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Minor Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9DEE7 · 5002-7B
Surf Spray
68%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Surf Spray Technical Profile
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Surf Spray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Surf Spray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSurf Spray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMinor Blue
Minor Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Flower
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blue Moon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Kyoto
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Biscay Tint
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bright Vision
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cotton Clouds
Kilz
Nearly identical
Everglade Mist
PPG
Nearly identical
Silver Strand
Behr
Very similar
Dream .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Surf Spray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Surf Spray
#B9DEE7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B8DB7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Surf Spray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Surf Spray 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 Surf Spray.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Surf Spray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Surf Spray have?
Surf Spray 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 Surf Spray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Surf Spray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Surf Spray are Minor Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Flower by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Blue Moon by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Surf Spray'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 Surf Spray?
Surf Spray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.3, 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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Related Reading
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 Surf Spray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.