Water Fountain 5001-10A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7FBCD7, estimated LRV 45 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is St Lucia Skies from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #7FBCD7 · 5001-10A
Water Fountain
45%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Water Fountain Technical Profile
HEX Code#7FBCD7
RGB127, 188, 215
Estimated LRV45.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Colors That Work With Water Fountain
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Water Fountain
#7FBCD7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7985B9
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Water Fountain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Water Fountain 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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Water Fountain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Water Fountain have?
Water Fountain by Valspar has a cool (blue) 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 Water Fountain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Water Fountain are St Lucia Skies by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Clear Sailing by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Athenian Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Water Fountain'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 Water Fountain?
Water Fountain has a estimated lightness value of 45.4, 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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