Ref. #7B8CA8 · 1165-5
Evening Hush
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Evening Hush Technical Profile
What color is Evening Hush? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #7B8CA8. Colors similar to Evening Hush include Behr Box Office, Benjamin Moore Stratford, Benjamin Moore Stratford Blue. Evening Hush has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Evening Hush depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Evening Hush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Evening Hush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evening Hush
#7B8CA8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Evening Hush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evening Hush 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 Evening Hush.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Evening Hush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evening Hush have?
Evening Hush by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Evening Hush from other brands?
The closest matches are Box Office by Behr (#7E8EA5), Stratford by Benjamin Moore (#7786A2), Stratford Blue by Benjamin Moore (#7786A2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Evening Hush?
Evening Hush has an LRV of 25.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Evening Hush's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.