Atmospheric 6505 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C2DAE0, LRV 67 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Subtle Breeze from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2DAE0 · 6505
Atmospheric
67%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Atmospheric Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Atmospheric in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Atmospheric in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsAtmospheric
Nearly identical
KilzSubtle Breeze
Subtle Breeze
Kilz
Nearly identical
Galactica
PPG
Nearly identical
Briney Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Icicles
Behr
Nearly identical
Heaven on Earth
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bahama Breezes
Valspar
Nearly identical
Falling Tears
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Seaside Pleasure
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bridgewater Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Seeing a close call? Order a peel-and-stick sample of Atmospheric — or sample it next to its top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Atmospheric
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Atmospheric
#C2DAE0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8591AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Atmospheric
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Atmospheric 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Atmospheric.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Atmospheric — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Atmospheric have?
Atmospheric by Sherwin-Williams 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 Atmospheric in your own space before committing.
What colors match Atmospheric from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Atmospheric are Subtle Breeze by Kilz (a near-identical match), Galactica by PPG (a near-identical match), Briney Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Atmospheric'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 Atmospheric?
Atmospheric has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.0, 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.
Explore More with Atmospheric
Related Reading
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 Atmospheric's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.