Ref. #B2BAD7 · RB170-02
Periwinkle Bloom
50%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Periwinkle Bloom Technical Profile
What color is Periwinkle Bloom? It's a medium warm blue with the hex code #B2BAD7. Colors similar to Periwinkle Bloom include Benjamin Moore Oriental Iris, Behr Coveted Gem, Behr Fading Sunset. Periwinkle Bloom has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Periwinkle Bloom 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 Periwinkle Bloom
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Periwinkle Bloom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Periwinkle Bloom
#B2BAD7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9085AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Periwinkle Bloom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Periwinkle Bloom 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 Periwinkle Bloom.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Periwinkle Bloom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Periwinkle Bloom have?
Periwinkle Bloom by Kilz has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Periwinkle Bloom from other brands?
The closest matches are Oriental Iris by Benjamin Moore (#B5BEDA), Coveted Gem by Behr (#B7BDD9), Fading Sunset by Behr (#B4BDDD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Periwinkle Bloom?
Periwinkle Bloom has an LRV of 49.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Periwinkle Bloom's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.