Ref. #85979A · historic-standish-blue
Standish Blue
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Standish Blue Technical Profile
What color is Standish Blue? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #85979A. Colors similar to Standish Blue include Vista Paint Standish Blue, Sherwin-Williams Morning at Sea, MPC Pastello Blue Met.. Standish Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Standish Blue depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Standish Blue pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Standish Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Standish Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Morning at Sea
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pastello Blue Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Water .05
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Van Courtland Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Atmospheric
Behr
Nearly identical
Skyscraper
Valspar
Very similar
Gray Flannel
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Standish Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Standish Blue
#85979A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8593AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Standish Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Standish 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 Standish 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.
Standish Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Standish Blue have?
Standish Blue by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Standish Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Standish Blue by Vista Paint (#829497), Morning at Sea by Sherwin-Williams (#82979B), Pastello Blue Met. by MPC (#849697). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Standish Blue?
Standish Blue has an LRV of 29.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Standish Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.