Ticklish 4004-7C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AAB9DD, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Roslyn'S Periwinkle Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AAB9DD · 4004-7C
Ticklish
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ticklish Technical Profile
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Ticklish in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ticklish in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTicklish
Nearly identical
PPGRoslyn'S Periwinkle Blue
Roslyn'S Periwinkle Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Noble Purple
Behr
Nearly identical
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Twilight Dreams
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Morning Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
High Style
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Periwinkle Bloom
Kilz
Very similar
Oriental Iris
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Larkspur Bud
Dunn-Edwards
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 Ticklish
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ticklish
#AAB9DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A7FB3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ticklish
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ticklish 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 Ticklish.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ticklish — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ticklish have?
Ticklish 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 Ticklish in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ticklish from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ticklish are Roslyn'S Periwinkle Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), French Lilac by PPG (a near-identical match), Noble Purple by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ticklish'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 Ticklish?
Ticklish has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.5, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ticklish's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.