Hyacinth Tint 6968 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C2CBE0, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Flowers from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2CBE0 · 6968
Hyacinth Tint
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hyacinth Tint 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.
Hyacinth Tint in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hyacinth Tint in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsHyacinth Tint
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSpring Flowers
Spring Flowers
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Whimsy Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Himalayan Poppy
Behr
Nearly identical
Quiet Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Carousel Purple
Valspar
Very similar
Prim Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Casa del Mar
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Silver Falls
Kilz
Very similar
Wildflower Prairie
Vista Paint
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Seeing a close call? Order a peel-and-stick sample of Hyacinth Tint — or sample it next to its top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hyacinth Tint
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hyacinth Tint
#C2CBE0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hyacinth Tint
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hyacinth Tint — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hyacinth Tint have?
Hyacinth Tint 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 Hyacinth Tint in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hyacinth Tint from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hyacinth Tint are Spring Flowers by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Whimsy Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Feather Soft by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hyacinth Tint'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 Hyacinth Tint?
Hyacinth Tint has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 59.6, 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 Hyacinth Tint
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 Hyacinth Tint's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.