Clear Sailing 30BG 64/072 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C4D5DB, LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Balmy from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4D5DB · 30BG 64/072
Clear Sailing
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Clear Sailing Technical Profile
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Clear Sailing in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Clear Sailing in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGClear Sailing
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsBalmy
Balmy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sky Light View
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Allure
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Elevation
Valspar
Nearly identical
Heaven on Earth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Falling Tears
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sierra Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea Foam Mist
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Northern Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Clear Sailing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clear Sailing
#C4D5DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clear Sailing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clear Sailing 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 Clear Sailing.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Clear Sailing — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clear Sailing have?
Clear Sailing by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Clear Sailing in your own space before committing.
What colors match Clear Sailing from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clear Sailing are Balmy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sky Light View by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Allure by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Clear Sailing'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 Clear Sailing?
Clear Sailing has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.4, 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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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 Clear Sailing's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.