Valley Haze 5004-5C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #96B7AF, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Covington Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #96B7AF · 5004-5C
Valley Haze
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Valley Haze Technical Profile
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Valley Haze in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Valley Haze in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparValley Haze
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreCovington Blue
Covington Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Kentucky Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Treetop
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lady Liberty
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Opal Silk
Behr
Nearly identical
Vintage Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Longfellow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Longfellow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Foggy Promenade
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Valley Haze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Valley Haze
#96B7AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A3AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Valley Haze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Valley Haze 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 Valley Haze.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Valley Haze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Valley Haze have?
Valley Haze by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Valley Haze in your own space before committing.
What colors match Valley Haze from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Valley Haze are Covington Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Kentucky Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), St Lucia Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Valley Haze'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 Valley Haze?
Valley Haze has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.4, 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.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Valley Haze's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.