Ticklish 4004-7C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AAB9DD, estimated 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.
Valspar · #AAB9DD · 4004-7C
Ticklish
49%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ticklish Technical Profile
HEX Code#AAB9DD
RGB170, 185, 221
Estimated LRV48.5
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
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Ticklish
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Roslyn'S Periwinkle Blue
PPG
#B0BCE0
Close digital match
Noble Purple
Behr
#AFBDE5
Close digital match
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
#A7B2D4
Similar digital color
Twilight Dreams
Dutch Boy
#A7B5D2
Similar digital color
Morning Sky
Vista Paint
#ACC1E6
Similar digital color
High Style
Hirshfield's
#A8B1D7
Similar digital color
Periwinkle Bloom
Kilz
#B2BAD7
Similar digital color
Oriental Iris
Benjamin Moore
#B5BEDA
Similar digital color
Larkspur Bud
Dunn-Edwards
#B7C0EA
Similar digital color
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
#A1B8CA
Visible digital difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
#B4CBD9
Visible digital difference
Window Grey
RAL
#9DA1AA
Visible digital difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Ticklish
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
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
Digital 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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Ticklish from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ticklish are Roslyn'S Periwinkle Blue by PPG (a close digital match), French Lilac by PPG (a close digital match), Noble Purple by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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.
Explore More with Ticklish
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 Ticklish's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.