Utterly Blue 4006-7B is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B6CCE5, estimated LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Modern Blue from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #B6CCE5 · 4006-7B
Utterly Blue
59%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Utterly Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#B6CCE5
RGB182, 204, 229
Estimated LRV58.8
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 Utterly Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Modern Blue
Hirshfield's
#BAD1E9
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Modern Blue
Vista Paint
#BBD1E8
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Simply Sparkling
Dutch Boy
#BCCEE6
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Pale Wildflower Blue
PPG
#BDD1E8
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Afternoon Sky
Dunn-Edwards
#B0C6DF
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Silverado Trail
Behr
#B8CADF
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Windmill Wings
Benjamin Moore
#BDD3EE
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Blues Scale
Kilz
#B8CDE1
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Wondrous Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#B8CDDD
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Dream .03
Colorhouse
#B4CBD9
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Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
#A1B8CA
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Colors That Work With Utterly Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Utterly Blue
#B6CCE5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E7CB6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Utterly Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Utterly Blue 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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Utterly Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Utterly Blue have?
Utterly Blue 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 Utterly Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Utterly Blue are Modern Blue by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Modern Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Simply Sparkling by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Utterly Blue'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 Utterly Blue?
Utterly Blue has a estimated lightness value of 58.8, 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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