Simply Blue 30BG 64/054 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C9D5D9, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Polished Cotton from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C9D5D9 · 30BG 64/054
Simply Blue
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Simply Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9D5D9
RGB201, 213, 217
Estimated LRV65.0
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Polished Cotton
Vista Paint
#C7D3D6
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Polished Cotton
Hirshfield's
#C7D4D7
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Silver Mist
Benjamin Moore
#C9D3D7
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Tranquil Sea
Behr
#C6D3D6
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Hinting Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#CED9DD
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Sunday Sky
Valspar
#CED9DB
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Northern Sky
Kilz
#C9D6DD
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Silver Shores
Dutch Boy
#C8D2D3
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Mount Sterling
Dunn-Edwards
#CAD3D4
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Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
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Wool .02
Colorhouse
#C1CDCD
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Colors That Work With Simply Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Blue
#C9D5D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simply Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply 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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Simply Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Blue have?
Simply Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Simply Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Blue are Polished Cotton by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Polished Cotton by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Silver Mist by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Simply 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 Simply Blue?
Simply Blue has a estimated lightness value of 65.0, 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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