Misty Blue 820 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C8D6E5, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Idyllic Blue from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C8D6E5 · 820
Misty Blue
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Misty Blue Technical Profile
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Misty Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Misty Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMisty Blue
Nearly identical
KilzIdyllic Blue
Idyllic Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Blueberry Ice
Valspar
Nearly identical
Everclear Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Surf’s Surprise
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Surf's Surprise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silenced Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Oceana Drive
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Glitter
Behr
Nearly identical
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Misty Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Misty Blue
#C8D6E5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8483AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Misty Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Misty Blue 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Misty Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Misty Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Misty Blue have?
Misty Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Misty Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Misty Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Misty Blue are Idyllic Blue by Kilz (a near-identical match), Blueberry Ice by Valspar (a near-identical match), Prairie Sky by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Misty Blue'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 Misty Blue?
Misty Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.0, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Misty Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.