Blue Gossamer MQ3-60 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #CAD4DF, estimated LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Veil from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #CAD4DF · MQ3-60
Blue Gossamer
67%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Gossamer Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAD4DF
RGB202, 212, 223
Estimated LRV67.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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#C7D2DE
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#CBD6E5
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Colors That Work With Blue Gossamer
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Gossamer
#CAD4DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Gossamer
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Gossamer 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
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Blue Gossamer — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Gossamer have?
Blue Gossamer by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blue Gossamer from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Gossamer are Blue Veil by PPG (a close digital match), Memory Lane by PPG (a close digital match), Stratosphere by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Gossamer'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 Blue Gossamer?
Blue Gossamer has a estimated lightness value of 67.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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