Water Fountain 5001-10A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #7FBCD7, 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.
Ref. #7FBCD7 · 5001-10A
Water Fountain
45%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Water Fountain Technical Profile
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Water Fountain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Water Fountain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparWater Fountain
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSt Lucia Skies
St Lucia Skies
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Harbor Sky
PPG
Nearly identical
Colorado Springs
Behr
Nearly identical
Undercool
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cascade Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bonnie Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mountain Main
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Calm Spring
Kilz
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Water Fountain
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Water Fountain.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Water Fountain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Water Fountain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Water Fountain are St Lucia Skies by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Clear Sailing by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Athenian Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Water Fountain's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.