Icy 6534 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #BBC7D2, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Instinct from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBC7D2 · 6534
Icy
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Icy Technical Profile
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Icy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Icy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsIcy
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreInstinct
Instinct
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Legacy
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mild Wind Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Melody
Behr
Nearly identical
Lighthouse Shadows
Valspar
Nearly identical
Bay of Hope
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pompeii Ruins
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pompeii Ruins
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Soothing Ocean
Kilz
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Icy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Icy
#BBC7D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Icy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Icy 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 Icy.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Icy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Icy have?
Icy 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 Icy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Icy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Icy are Instinct by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Legacy by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Mild Wind Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Icy'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 Icy?
Icy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.1, 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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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 Icy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.