Abstract Idea 0643 is a blue paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #B9D1DD, LRV 61 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Abstract Idea from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9D1DD · 0643
Abstract Idea
61%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Abstract Idea Technical Profile
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Abstract Idea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Abstract Idea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sAbstract Idea
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAbstract Idea
Abstract Idea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Grand Rapids
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mountain Stream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Millstream
Behr
Nearly identical
Schoolboy Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Two Harbors
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Aviator Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Magic Wand
PPG
Very similar
Take Five
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Abstract Idea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Abstract Idea
#B9D1DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#848BAE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Abstract Idea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Abstract Idea 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Abstract Idea.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Abstract Idea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Abstract Idea have?
Abstract Idea by Hirshfield's 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 Abstract Idea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Abstract Idea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Abstract Idea are Abstract Idea by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Grand Rapids by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Swirling Water by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Abstract Idea'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 Abstract Idea?
Abstract Idea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.1, 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 Abstract Idea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.