Hyacinth Tint 6968 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #C2CBE0, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #C2CBE0 · 6968
Hyacinth Tint
60%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hyacinth Tint Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2CBE0
RGB194, 203, 224
Estimated LRV59.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Hyacinth Tint
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Hyacinth Tint from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hyacinth Tint are Spring Flowers by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Whimsy Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Feather Soft by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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.
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