What is the HEX code and RGB for Valspar Flint Smoke?

The exact hexadecimal code for Valspar Flint Smoke (5003-1B) is #3E4952. Its sRGB values are R: 62, G: 73, B: 82.

What is the LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of Flint Smoke?

The Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Valspar Flint Smoke is 10. This makes it a moody, deep shade that absorbs light and adds intimate drama.

What is the best cheap dupe for Valspar Flint Smoke?

The best budget match for Valspar Flint Smoke is Behr Dark Navy (S530-7) with a 97% visual similarity (CIEDE2000 ΔE: 1.14), saving $0 per gallon.

What undertones does Flint Smoke have?

Valspar Flint Smoke features Historic Navy, Slate Blue, Steel Ocean undertones. It performs best when paired with clean white trim such as Pure White.

ValsparCode: 5003-1BBlues

Flint Smoke

Lowe formula dupe for F&B Stiffkey Blue and Benjamin Moore Van Deusen Blue.

Dominant Undertones:

Historic NavySlate BlueSteel Ocean

Est. Price: $44/gal

LRV (Reflectance)

10/ 100

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HEX: #3E4952 • LRV: 10

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Exact spectrophotometric metrics used by automated tint dispensers and interior designers.

Hexadecimal

#3E4952

Web & Digital

sRGB Values

62, 73, 82

Red, Green, Blue

LRV

10%

Absorbs Light

HSL

207°, 14%, 28%

Hue, Sat, Light

CMYK

24,11,0,68

Print coordinates

Brand Tier

budget

$44/gal MSRP

Top Budget Dupes for Flint Smoke

CIEDE2000 Ranked

Calculated color matches in cheaper paint brands like Behr, Valspar, and Sherwin-Williams.

#1Behr Alternative

97% Match

Flint Smoke

Valspar

$44/gal

DUPE

Dark Navy

Behr (S530-7)

$48/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.14

LRV Comparison:10 vs 9.5

"Virtually Indistinguishable (Only visible side-by-side in direct sunlight)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#2Farrow & Ball Alternative

94.5% Match

Flint Smoke

Valspar

$44/gal

DUPE

Stiffkey Blue

Farrow & Ball (No. 281)

$145/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):1.61

LRV Comparison:10 vs 10

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#3Magnolia Home Alternative

90.4% Match

Flint Smoke

Valspar

$44/gal

DUPE

Weekend

Magnolia Home (JG-03)

$52/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):2.53

LRV Comparison:10 vs 10

"Excellent Visual Dupe (Same mood and undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Home Depot

#4Benjamin Moore Alternative

83.3% Match

Flint Smoke

Valspar

$44/gal

DUPE

Van Deusen Blue

Benjamin Moore (HC-156)

$94/gal

CIEDE2000 (ΔE):3.93

LRV Comparison:10 vs 12

"Very Close Match (Slightly warmer or cooler undertone)"

Color Specs →Buy at Ace Hardware / BM Store

Flint Smoke Equivalents Across Major Paint Brands

Summary of the closest visual matches across all major retail competitors.

Brand	Matching Color	Code	Similarity	ΔE	Price / Gal	Action
Sherwin-Williams	Naval	SW 6244	77.8%	5.07	$82	View Specs
Benjamin Moore	Van Deusen Blue	HC-156	83.3%	3.93	$94	View Specs
Farrow & Ball	Stiffkey Blue	No. 281	94.5%	1.61	$145	View Specs
Behr	Dark Navy	S530-7	97%	1.14	$48	View Specs
Magnolia Home	Weekend	JG-03	90.4%	2.53	$52	View Specs

Coordinating Trim & Accent Colors for Flint Smoke

Professional color pairings recommended by interior designers for ceilings, doors, and accent walls.

Recommended Trim White

Pure White (SW 7005)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 84

Recommended Accent

Iron Ore (SW 7069)

Sherwin-Williams • LRV 6

Paint Counter Pro Tip

Most Home Depot and Lowe's color computers already contain the formulation for Valspar Flint Smoke. Simply ask the associate to "color-match Flint Smoke in Behr Marquee base".

Frequently Asked Questions About Flint Smoke

What is the exact HEX code and RGB for Valspar Flint Smoke?

The official hexadecimal color code is #3E4952. In the standard sRGB color space, its coordinates are Red: 62, Green: 73, Blue: 82.

What is the Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of Flint Smoke?

Flint Smoke has an LRV of 10. Its deep LRV makes it an anchor shade that creates intimate, cocoon-like spaces in dining rooms, offices, and powder rooms.

What is the closest Behr or cheap dupe for Flint Smoke?

The closest budget alternative is Behr Dark Navy (S530-7), scoring a 97% visual match on the CIEDE2000 algorithm and saving approximately $0 per gallon.