Valspar’s 2025 Color Of The Year Is The Dramatic Accent Shade Your Home Needs

Whether you’re a frequent DIY-er or you leave the painting to the pros, it can be tiring to stare at the same hues in your home day in and day out. Don’t get us wrong—neutrals have their place in classic design, but there’s something about a fresh pop of color that really brings vibrancy and life to a room. As they say: Small changes, big impact.

That’s where Valspar’s 2025 Color Of The Year comes in.

If you’ve been dreaming of a bold shade that ties modern design to classic elegance, look no further than Encore 8002-45G. This rich true-blue color could perhaps best be compared to the deep blue waters in Canyon Lake, Texas and stands out for its versatile, enduring quality. We envision Encore as a dramatic accent wall, a bar cart upgrade, a monochromatic powder room refresh, a stunning front door, or even a backyard shed makeover. The options are literally endless with this anchor hue as nearly every Valspar paint product—from interior and exterior paint to concrete and metal paint—can be tinted in Encore.

“Encore is a color for any space or application,” said Sue Kim, director of color marketing at Valspar. “Its atmospheric deep blue tones emulate both the elusive luxury of Old World design and the futuristic blending of our physical and digital world, making it a color that feels familiar and unexpected at the same time…Encore allows us to reach for more as we reclaim our imaginations and embrace a more joyful version of adulthood.”

If you’re ready to upgrade your space with a clean, crisp aesthetic, Encore 8002-45G is available exclusively at Lowe’s. Plus, before you commit, you can request free paint chips sent directly to your home from Valspar. 

A fresh coat of paint is a cost-friendly way to boost your curb appeal or bring new life to a dated space. How will you transform your home with this rich blue? (We’re sold on the built-in bookshelves!) Whatever revamp you choose, we’re sure it’ll deserve an Encore.