Blue Refrain 6956 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #B0D8E7 and LRV 64. Its closest cross-brand match is Laissez-Faire from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B0D8E7 · 6956
Blue Refrain
64%LRV Value
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Blue Refrain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Refrain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBlue Refrain
Nearly identical
ValsparLaissez-Faire
Laissez-Faire
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ocean Breeze
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Boot Cut
Behr
Nearly identical
Glacier Point
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Gotta Regatta
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Ariel
PPG
Nearly identical
Emily
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Casual Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Sky Watch
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Refrain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Refrain
#B0D8E7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7887BA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Refrain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Refrain 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 Blue Refrain.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Refrain — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Blue Refrain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Refrain are Laissez-Faire by Valspar (a near-identical match), Ocean Breeze by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Boot Cut by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Refrain'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 Blue Refrain?
Blue Refrain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Blue Refrain depends on the room. Here's how to choose.