Nordic Noir (P034) is a deep blue from Valspar with no strong undertone, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 5.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Champion Cobalt (~97% proximity).

Closest tone to Nordic Noir in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

5.9 · Very dark

Undertone (estimated)

None (neutral)

Temperature

Cool

Code

P034

HEX

#2A4763

RGB

42, 71, 99

HSL

209°, 40%, 28%

Family

Blues

Colors similar to Nordic Noir in Valspar

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Nordic Noir FAQ

What undertone does Nordic Noir have?

Nordic Noir has no strong undertone: it reads as a deep blue, in this site’s digital reading. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Nordic Noir?

Nordic Noir has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 5.9 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Nordic Noir in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Champion Cobalt (2061-20), ~97% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Dress Blues (SW 9176), ~95% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Dress Blues (HGSW9176), ~95% proximity; PPG: Celestial Blue (PPG1156-7), ~95% proximity; Glidden: Celestial Blue (PPG1156-7), ~95% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Still Waters Run Deep (DEFD60), ~92% proximity; Behr: Compass Blue (MQ5-54), ~89% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), ~76% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Nordic Noir?

The HEX code of Nordic Noir (P034) is #2A4763, RGB 42, 71, 99. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.