Ref. #9FC9E4 · 1239-3
Windsor Way
55%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Windsor Way Technical Profile
What color is Windsor Way? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #9FC9E4. Colors similar to Windsor Way include Behr Aerial View, Benjamin Moore Summer Day, Benjamin Moore Faded Denim. Windsor Way has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Windsor Way sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Windsor Way
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windsor Way
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windsor Way
#9FC9E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#777EBB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windsor Way
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windsor Way 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 Windsor Way.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windsor Way — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windsor Way have?
Windsor Way by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Windsor Way from other brands?
The closest matches are Aerial View by Behr (#A0C7E3), Summer Day by Benjamin Moore (#98C4E0), Faded Denim by Benjamin Moore (#98C4E0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Windsor Way?
Windsor Way has an LRV of 54.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Windsor Way's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.