Blue Silk 30BB 63/097 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C8D0E3, estimated LRV 63 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is English Hyacinth from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C8D0E3 · 30BB 63/097
Blue Silk
63%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Silk Technical Profile
HEX Code#C8D0E3
RGB200, 208, 227
Estimated LRV62.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Blue Silk
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
English Hyacinth
Benjamin Moore
#C9D1E4
Nearly identical
Lilac BisqueRetired
Behr
#C6CDE0
Nearly identical
Hyacinth Tint
Sherwin-Williams
#C2CBE0
Nearly identical
Hushed Violet
Dutch Boy
#CCD4E4
Nearly identical
Flora Vista
Vista Paint
#C9D1E8
Nearly identical
Pixie
Kilz
#D0D4E7
Very similar
Chill in the Air
Dunn-Edwards
#D1D5E7
Very similar
Wildflower Prairie
Hirshfield's
#CCCFE2
Very similar
Morning Chill
Valspar
#CED5E3
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
#CCDCE7
Visible difference
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
Visible difference
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Colors That Work With Blue Silk
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Silk
#C8D0E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Silk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Silk 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
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Other PPG colors close to Blue Silk.
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Silk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Silk have?
Blue Silk by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blue Silk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Silk are English Hyacinth by Benjamin Moore (nearly identical in our digital data), Spring Flowers by Benjamin Moore (nearly identical in our digital data), Lilac Bisque by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Blue Silk's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Blue Silk?
Blue Silk has a estimated lightness value of 62.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Silk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.