Ref. #C7D6E6 · RC240-01
Idyllic Blue
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Idyllic Blue Technical Profile
What color is Idyllic Blue? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C7D6E6. Colors similar to Idyllic Blue include Benjamin Moore Ice Sculpture, Benjamin Moore Misty Blue, Valspar Blueberry Ice. Idyllic Blue has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Idyllic Blue sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Idyllic Blue
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Ice Sculpture
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Blueberry Ice
Valspar
Nearly identical
Surf's Surprise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Surf's Surprise
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Drenched Rain
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Jet Stream
MPC
Nearly identical
Stratosphere
PPG
Nearly identical
Celestial Light
Behr
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Idyllic Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Idyllic Blue
#C7D6E6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8282B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Idyllic Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Idyllic 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Idyllic Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Idyllic Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Idyllic Blue have?
Idyllic Blue by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Idyllic Blue from other brands?
The closest matches are Ice Sculpture by Benjamin Moore (#C8D6E5), Misty Blue by Benjamin Moore (#C8D6E5), Blueberry Ice by Valspar (#C9D8E6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Idyllic Blue?
Idyllic Blue has an LRV of 65.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Idyllic Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.