Languid Blue 6226 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #A4B7BD, LRV 45 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tempest Wind from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A4B7BD · 6226
Languid Blue
45%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Languid Blue Technical Profile
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Languid Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Languid 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-WilliamsLanguid Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyTempest Wind
Tempest Wind
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Matt on Monday
Valspar
Nearly identical
Santorini Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gray Timber Wolf
Behr
Nearly identical
Marine Layer
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Special Delivery
PPG
Very similar
Bali Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Languid Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Languid Blue
#A4B7BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858FAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Languid Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Languid 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 Languid Blue.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Languid Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Languid Blue have?
Languid Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Languid Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Languid Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Languid Blue are Tempest Wind by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Matt on Monday by Valspar (a near-identical match), Santorini Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Languid 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 Languid Blue?
Languid Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.4, 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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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 Languid Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.