Ref. #CDE2DE · 1142-2
Big Sky
73%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Big Sky Technical Profile
What color is Big Sky? It's a light cool green with the hex code #CDE2DE. Colors similar to Big Sky include Vista Paint Iced Teal, Dunn-Edwards Silver Spruce, Behr Ash Blue. Big Sky has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Big Sky reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Big Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Big Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Big Sky
#CDE2DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A1AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Big Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Big 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Big Sky.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Big Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Big Sky have?
Big Sky by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Big Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Iced Teal by Vista Paint (#C9E0DD), Silver Spruce by Dunn-Edwards (#CADFDD), Ash Blue by Behr (#CEE6E2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Big Sky?
Big Sky has an LRV of 72.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Big Sky's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.