Tinsel Beam 4005-3A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CAD5DE, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Reflection from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CAD5DE · 4005-3A
Tinsel Beam
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tinsel Beam Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAD5DE
RGB202, 213, 222
Estimated LRV65.4
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
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Compare alternatives to Tinsel Beam
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Blue Reflection
Behr
#CCD7E1
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Iced Iris
Dutch Boy
#CAD4DB
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Icelandic
Sherwin-Williams
#CBD8E1
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Polished Silver
Dunn-Edwards
#C5D1DA
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Beacon Gray
Benjamin Moore
#CED8DF
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Memory Lane
PPG
#C7D1DB
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Northern Sky
Kilz
#C9D6DD
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Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
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Serene Setting
Hirshfield's
#C5D2D9
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Serene Setting
Vista Paint
#C5D2D9
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Sprout .03
Colorhouse
#CCDCE7
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Colors That Work With Tinsel Beam
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tinsel Beam
#CAD5DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8587AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tinsel Beam
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tinsel Beam 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
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Tinsel Beam — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tinsel Beam have?
Tinsel Beam 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 Tinsel Beam from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tinsel Beam are Blue Reflection by Behr (a close digital match), Iced Iris by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Icelandic by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tinsel Beam'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 Tinsel Beam?
Tinsel Beam has a estimated lightness value of 65.4, 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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Why Tinsel Beam's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.