Mild Blue 6533 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CBD5DB, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Polar Frost from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBD5DB · 6533
Mild Blue
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mild Blue Technical Profile
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Mild Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mild 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-WilliamsMild Blue
Nearly identical
BehrPolar Frost
Polar Frost
Behr
Nearly identical
Iced Iris
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Beacon Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Zen
PPG
Nearly identical
Spun Sugar
Valspar
Nearly identical
Northern Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shiny Nickel
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Serene Setting
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Serene Setting
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mild Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mild Blue
#CBD5DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mild Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mild 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 Mild Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mild Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mild Blue have?
Mild Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Mild Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mild Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mild Blue are Polar Frost by Behr (a near-identical match), Iced Iris by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Siberian Ice by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mild 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 Mild Blue?
Mild Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 65.4, 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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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 Mild Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.