Meringue 0696 is a blue paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #009C8E, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Meringue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #009C8E · 0696
Meringue
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Meringue Technical Profile
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Meringue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Meringue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sMeringue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintMeringue
Meringue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plumage
Behr
Nearly identical
Miami Jade
PPG
Very similar
Mermaid Tail
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Deep Teal
Kilz
Very similar
Reef Encounter
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tropical Hideaway
Valspar
Very similar
Neptune Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Nifty Turquoise
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Meringue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Meringue
#009C8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2973A6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Meringue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Meringue 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 Meringue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Meringue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Meringue have?
Meringue by Hirshfield's 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 Meringue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Meringue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Meringue are Meringue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Plumage by Behr (a near-identical match), Meringue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Meringue'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 Meringue?
Meringue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 25.7, 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 Meringue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.