Blue Hydrangea RC180-02 is a blue paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #87B0D7, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Blue Yonder from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #87B0D7 · RC180-02
Blue Hydrangea
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Hydrangea Technical Profile
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Blue Hydrangea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Hydrangea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzBlue Hydrangea
Nearly identical
ValsparWild Blue Yonder
Wild Blue Yonder
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bluebird
Behr
Nearly identical
On Cloud Nine
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Marina
PPG
Nearly identical
Blue Parlor
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gaugin’s Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aqua Marina
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Celestial
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 Blue Hydrangea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Hydrangea
#87B0D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A7BB8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Hydrangea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Hydrangea 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Blue Hydrangea.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Hydrangea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Hydrangea have?
Blue Hydrangea by Kilz 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 Blue Hydrangea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Hydrangea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Hydrangea are Wild Blue Yonder by Valspar (a near-identical match), Bluebird by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Eyes by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Hydrangea'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 Blue Hydrangea?
Blue Hydrangea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.1, 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 Blue Hydrangea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.