Dark Winter Sky Blue 30BB 26/076 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #858C9A, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is River Tour from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #858C9A · 30BB 26/076
Dark Winter Sky Blue
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Winter Sky Blue Technical Profile
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Dark Winter Sky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Winter Sky Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDark Winter Sky Blue
Nearly identical
BehrRiver Tour
River Tour
Behr
Nearly identical
Irises
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Illusionary
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dusty Heather
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Window Screen
Valspar
Very similar
Shadow Mountain
Vista Paint
Very similar
Slate Tint
Hirshfield's
Very similar
London Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Telegrey 2
RAL
Very similar
Magical Twilight
Kilz
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Winter Sky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Winter Sky Blue
#858C9A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8B85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Winter Sky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Winter Sky 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Dark Winter Sky Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Winter Sky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Winter Sky Blue have?
Dark Winter Sky Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Winter Sky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Winter Sky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Winter Sky Blue are River Tour by Behr (a near-identical match), River Tour by Behr (a near-identical match), Applause Please by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Winter Sky 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 Dark Winter Sky Blue?
Dark Winter Sky Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Winter Sky Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.