Stratosphere 1162-2 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C7D3E0, estimated LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Prairie Sky from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C7D3E0 · 1162-2
Stratosphere
64%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Stratosphere Technical Profile
HEX Code#C7D3E0
RGB199, 211, 224
Estimated LRV64.1
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 Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Stratosphere
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Prairie Sky
Valspar
#CAD6E3
Close digital match
Blue Gossamer
Behr
#CAD4DF
Close digital match
Lake Placid
Benjamin Moore
#C6D4E0
Close digital match
Silenced Blue
Dutch Boy
#C6D4E0
Close digital match
Atmospheric Pressure
Vista Paint
#C2CFDE
Close digital match
Sheer Silhouette
Kilz
#CBD6E5
Close digital match
Oceana Drive
Dunn-Edwards
#C2D2E0
Close digital match
Atmospheric Pressure
Hirshfield's
#C2D0E1
Close digital match
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
#C7D1E2
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Sprout .03
Colorhouse
#CCDCE7
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Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
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Colors That Work With Stratosphere
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stratosphere
#C7D3E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stratosphere
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stratosphere 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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Stratosphere — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stratosphere have?
Stratosphere by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Stratosphere from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stratosphere are Prairie Sky by Valspar (a close digital match), Blue Gossamer by Behr (a close digital match), Lake Placid by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Stratosphere'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 Stratosphere?
Stratosphere has a estimated lightness value of 64.1, 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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