Simply Blue 30BG 64/054 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C9D5D9, 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.
Ref. #C9D5D9 · 30BG 64/054
Simply Blue
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Simply Blue Technical Profile
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Simply Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simply Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSimply Blue
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPolished Cotton
Polished Cotton
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Polished Cotton
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Silver Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tranquil Sea
Behr
Nearly identical
Hinting Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sunday Sky
Valspar
Nearly identical
Northern Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Silver Shores
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mount Sterling
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Wool .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simply Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Simply Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Simply Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simply Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Blue are Polished Cotton by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Polished Cotton by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Silver Mist by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Simply Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.