Silken Blue CSP-670 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9CB0B2, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aqua‐Sphere from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9CB0B2 · CSP-670
Silken Blue
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Silken Blue Technical Profile
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Silken Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Silken 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 MooreSilken Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAqua‐Sphere
Aqua‐Sphere
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Powder Mill
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stormy Bay
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Arrow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Water .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Quiet Moment
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue By You
PPG
Very similar
Stormy Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Elegant Gray
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Juniper
Kilz
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silken Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silken Blue
#9CB0B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8595AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silken Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silken 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 Silken Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silken Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silken Blue have?
Silken Blue by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Silken Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Silken Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Silken Blue are Aqua‐Sphere by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Interesting Aqua by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Powder Mill by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Silken 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 Silken Blue?
Silken Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.3, 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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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 Silken Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.