Perfect Periwinkle 9065 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #6487B0, LRV 23 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Just Chill from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6487B0 · 9065
Perfect Periwinkle
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Perfect Periwinkle Technical Profile
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Perfect Periwinkle in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Perfect Periwinkle in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsPerfect Periwinkle
Nearly identical
KilzJust Chill
Just Chill
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wellspring
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shrinking Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Neon Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Heavenly Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mariner's
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Genteel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Endless Summer
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Heavenly Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Perfect Periwinkle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Perfect Periwinkle
#6487B0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Perfect Periwinkle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Perfect Periwinkle 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 Perfect Periwinkle.
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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Perfect Periwinkle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Perfect Periwinkle have?
Perfect Periwinkle 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 Perfect Periwinkle in your own space before committing.
What colors match Perfect Periwinkle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Perfect Periwinkle are Just Chill by Kilz (a near-identical match), Wellspring by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mountain Lake by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Perfect Periwinkle'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 Perfect Periwinkle?
Perfect Periwinkle has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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