Gentle Sky PPU14-11 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #98BDD3, LRV 48 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Vault from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #98BDD3 · PPU14-11
Gentle Sky
48%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Gentle Sky Technical Profile
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Gentle Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gentle Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrGentle Sky
Nearly identical
ValsparBlue Vault
Blue Vault
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dresden Falls
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Bayou
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
January Frost
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Mountain Main
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Earth'S Harmony
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Washed Away
Kilz
Very similar
Atlantis Blue
PPG
Very similar
Porch Ceiling
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gentle Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gentle Sky
#98BDD3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8087B2
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gentle Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gentle Sky 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Gentle Sky.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gentle Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gentle Sky have?
Gentle Sky by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gentle Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gentle Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gentle Sky are Blue Vault by Valspar (a near-identical match), Dresden Falls by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Blue Bayou by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gentle Sky'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 Gentle Sky?
Gentle Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gentle Sky's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.