Ref. #C2D9DF · RE200-02
Subtle Breeze
66%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Subtle Breeze Technical Profile
What color is Subtle Breeze? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C2D9DF. Colors similar to Subtle Breeze include Sherwin-Williams Atmospheric, Benjamin Moore Heaven on Earth, Sherwin-Williams Byte Blue. Subtle Breeze has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Subtle Breeze 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 Subtle Breeze
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Atmospheric
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Heaven on Earth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Icicles
Behr
Nearly identical
Galactica
PPG
Nearly identical
Bahama Breezes
Valspar
Nearly identical
Falling Tears
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Subtle Breeze
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Subtle Breeze
#C2D9DF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Subtle Breeze
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Subtle Breeze 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 Subtle Breeze.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Subtle Breeze — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Subtle Breeze have?
Subtle Breeze by Kilz has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Subtle Breeze from other brands?
The closest matches are Atmospheric by Sherwin-Williams (#C2DAE0), Heaven on Earth by Benjamin Moore (#C4D8DE), Byte Blue by Sherwin-Williams (#C5DCE0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Subtle Breeze?
Subtle Breeze has an LRV of 66.4, 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 Subtle Breeze's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.