On Cloud Nine 140-4DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #85AED0, LRV 40 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Hydrangea from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #85AED0 · 140-4DB
On Cloud Nine
40%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
On Cloud Nine Technical Profile
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On Cloud Nine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to On Cloud Nine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyOn Cloud Nine
Nearly identical
KilzBlue Hydrangea
Blue Hydrangea
Kilz
Nearly identical
Calm Tint
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Wild Blue Yonder
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bluebird
Behr
Nearly identical
Calm Tint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Country House Blue
PPG
Very similar
San Francisco Bay
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cosmos
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bachelor Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With On Cloud Nine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
On Cloud Nine
#85AED0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E80B4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for On Cloud Nine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
On Cloud Nine 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to On Cloud Nine.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
On Cloud Nine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does On Cloud Nine have?
On Cloud Nine by Dutch Boy 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 On Cloud Nine in your own space before committing.
What colors match On Cloud Nine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to On Cloud Nine are Blue Hydrangea by Kilz (a near-identical match), Calm Tint by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Wild Blue Yonder by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting On Cloud Nine'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 On Cloud Nine?
On Cloud Nine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why On Cloud Nine's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.