Waterloo 4003-6C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #556788, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purpling from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #556788 · 4003-6C
Waterloo
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Waterloo Technical Profile
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Waterloo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Waterloo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparWaterloo
Nearly identical
KilzPurpling
Purpling
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stained Glass
PPG
Nearly identical
Luxe Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dashing Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Award Night
Behr
Very similar
Admiral Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Very similar
Blue Jacket
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Jacket
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Waterloo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Waterloo
#556788
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7770A0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Waterloo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Waterloo 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 Waterloo.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Waterloo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Waterloo have?
Waterloo 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 Waterloo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Waterloo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Waterloo are Purpling by Kilz (a near-identical match), Stained Glass by PPG (a near-identical match), Midship Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Waterloo'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 Waterloo?
Waterloo has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Waterloo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.