Blithe Blue 9052 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #90BDBD, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spirit in the Sky from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #90BDBD · 9052
Blithe Blue
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blithe Blue Technical Profile
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Blithe Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blithe Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBlithe Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSpirit in the Sky
Spirit in the Sky
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Norwester
Behr
Nearly identical
Stillwater
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Stillwater
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Aqua Fiesta
PPG
Very similar
Sea Seeker
Valspar
Very similar
Venice Escape
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Very similar
Rockets
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Heritage Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blithe Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blithe Blue
#90BDBD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blithe Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blithe 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Blithe Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blithe Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blithe Blue have?
Blithe Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Blithe Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blithe Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blithe Blue are Spirit in the Sky by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Norwester by Behr (a near-identical match), Stillwater by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blithe 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 Blithe Blue?
Blithe Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Blithe Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.