Sky Watch HDC-MD-14 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #89CFD8, LRV 55 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rhythm and Blues from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #89CFD8 · HDC-MD-14
Sky Watch
55%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sky Watch Technical Profile
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Sky Watch in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sky Watch in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSky Watch
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreRhythm and Blues
Rhythm and Blues
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter Chill
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beach Sparkle
Valspar
Nearly identical
Classic Turquoise
Kilz
Nearly identical
Waving Waters
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pleasant View
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cloudless
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Quiet Pond
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bermuda Bay
PPG
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sky Watch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sky Watch
#89CFD8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A92B8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sky Watch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sky Watch 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
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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sky Watch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sky Watch have?
Sky Watch 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 Sky Watch in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sky Watch from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sky Watch are Rhythm and Blues by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Winter Chill by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Plunging Waterfall by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sky Watch'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 Sky Watch?
Sky Watch has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.9, 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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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 Sky Watch's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.