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Valspar has announced Encore 8002-45G as its 2025 Color of the Year.
“Encore is a color for any space or application. 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,” says Sue Kim, director of color marketing at Valspar. “This makes it an ideal backdrop to ground a room, leaving space for spirited pops of complementary colors. Encore’s versatility means it also can shine on its own through playful applications inside and out, such as on wood, decks or concrete pavers.”
Encore stands apart as nearly every Valspar paint product—including a variety of interior, exterior, cabinet and furniture, metal and concrete paint and stain formulas—can be tinted in this hue. From interior walls, cabinets and furniture to exterior decks, sheds, concrete and more, Encore invites both novice and experienced DIYers to build an environment in which artistry and imagination abound.
“With everyday stress reaching a crescendo, we are often compelled to build peace and restoration into our routines, lifestyles and surroundings,” Kim says. “Encore allows us to reach for more as we reclaim our imaginations and embrace a more joyful version of adulthood. From form to function to color, our home is a place where we rejuvenate and find happiness with our family, friends and community.”
To further promote the color of the year, Valspar partnered with popular DIY social media influencers, including Renee Bruner, Nick Starett, Kanisha Jenkins, Imani Keal, Kyle Oritz and Megan Olivotti. See their projects in the gallery below.
