Clerestory Blue 70BG 69/094 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C9DBE8, estimated LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simple Serenity from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C9DBE8 · 70BG 69/094
Clerestory Blue
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Clerestory Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9DBE8
RGB201, 219, 232
Estimated LRV68.9
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 Clerestory Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Simple Serenity
Hirshfield's
#C8D9E5
Close digital match
Easy on the Eyes
Valspar
#C6D9E6
Close digital match
Summer Sky
Vista Paint
#CBDBE7
Close digital match
Valley Mist
Dutch Boy
#CADBE6
Close digital match
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
#CCDCE7
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Refreshing
Kilz
#C9DEEB
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Rhythmic Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#CCDBE5
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Celestial Light
Behr
#C5D8E8
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Soft Sky
Benjamin Moore
#C2D8E5
Close digital match
Snow Lodge
Dunn-Edwards
#C7D7E0
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Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
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Colors That Work With Clerestory Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clerestory Blue
#C9DBE8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8084B2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clerestory Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clerestory Blue 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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Clerestory Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clerestory Blue have?
Clerestory Blue 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 Clerestory Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clerestory Blue are Simple Serenity by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Easy on the Eyes by Valspar (a close digital match), Summer Sky by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Clerestory Blue'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 Clerestory Blue?
Clerestory Blue has a estimated lightness value of 68.9, 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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