Citadel Blue H0045 is a gray paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #9EABAD, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Portsmouth Bay from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9EABAD · H0045
Citadel Blue
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Citadel Blue Technical Profile
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Citadel Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citadel Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sCitadel Blue
Nearly identical
BehrPortsmouth Bay
Portsmouth Bay
Behr
Nearly identical
Mission Bay Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beacon Fog
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pearl Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Breezy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Shaded Brook
PPG
Nearly identical
Nimbus Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Timber Wolf
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sensual Silver
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citadel Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citadel Blue
#9EABAD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citadel Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citadel 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Citadel 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.
Citadel Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citadel Blue have?
Citadel Blue by Hirshfield's 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 Citadel Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citadel Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citadel Blue are Portsmouth Bay by Behr (a near-identical match), Mission Bay Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Beacon Fog by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Citadel 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 Citadel Blue?
Citadel Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.4, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Citadel Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.