Sausalito Sky 17BG 65/182 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A8DBE5, LRV 65 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fly Away from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A8DBE5 · 17BG 65/182
Sausalito Sky
65%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sausalito Sky Technical Profile
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Sausalito Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sausalito Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSausalito Sky
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyFly Away
Fly Away
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cloud Break
Kilz
Nearly identical
Delano Waters
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Walking on Air
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Viking
Behr
Nearly identical
Liquid Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Across the Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Droplet
Valspar
Very similar
Quiet Pond
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dream .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sausalito Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sausalito Sky
#A8DBE5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#788EBA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sausalito Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sausalito Sky 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 Sausalito Sky.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sausalito Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sausalito Sky have?
Sausalito Sky by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Sausalito Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sausalito Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sausalito Sky are Fly Away by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Cloud Break by Kilz (a near-identical match), Delano Waters by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sausalito Sky'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 Sausalito Sky?
Sausalito Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.6, 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 Sausalito Sky's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.