Ref. #8FC5D3 · 5002-7C
Tidal Wave
51%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Tidal Wave Technical Profile
What color is Tidal Wave? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #8FC5D3. Colors similar to Tidal Wave include Sherwin-Williams After the Rain, MPC VW Bug Blue, Benjamin Moore Turquoise Powder. Tidal Wave has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Tidal Wave sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Tidal Wave
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tidal Wave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tidal Wave
#8FC5D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E8EB4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tidal Wave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tidal Wave 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 Tidal Wave.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tidal Wave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tidal Wave have?
Tidal Wave by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Tidal Wave from other brands?
The closest matches are After the Rain by Sherwin-Williams (#8BC4D1), VW Bug Blue by MPC (#8EC7D9), Turquoise Powder by Benjamin Moore (#88C1D2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tidal Wave?
Tidal Wave has an LRV of 50.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tidal Wave's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.