Tropical Spray 5004-7A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C3E1E3, LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bathe Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3E1E3 · 5004-7A
Tropical Spray
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tropical Spray Technical Profile
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Tropical Spray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tropical Spray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTropical Spray
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBathe Blue
Bathe Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Crystal Beach
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Peek a Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Bird's Egg
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Aqua Whisper
PPG
Nearly identical
Eastern Promise
Kilz
Nearly identical
Monet Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Aegean Accent
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dream .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Blue Moon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tropical Spray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tropical Spray
#C3E1E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8396AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tropical Spray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tropical 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 Tropical 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.
Tropical Spray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tropical Spray have?
Tropical Spray 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 Tropical Spray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tropical Spray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tropical Spray are Bathe Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Crystal Beach by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Peek a Blue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tropical 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 Tropical Spray?
Tropical Spray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 71.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Tropical Spray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.