Ref. #C9D6DD · TB-42
Northern Sky
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Northern Sky Technical Profile
What color is Northern Sky? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C9D6DD. Colors similar to Northern Sky include PPG Bit Of Heaven, Hirshfield's Serene Setting, Vista Paint Serene Setting. Northern Sky has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Northern Sky 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 Northern Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Bit Of Heaven
PPG
Nearly identical
Serene Setting
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Serene Setting
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sky Light View
Behr
Nearly identical
Icelandic
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Snow Lodge
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Windchill
Valspar
Nearly identical
Beacon Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Northern Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Northern Sky
#C9D6DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Northern Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Northern Sky 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 Northern Sky.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Northern Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Northern Sky have?
Northern Sky by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Northern Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Bit Of Heaven by PPG (#CAD7DE), Serene Setting by Hirshfield's (#C5D2D9), Serene Setting by Vista Paint (#C5D2D9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Northern Sky?
Northern Sky has an LRV of 65.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Northern Sky's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.