Powder Blue 2863 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #89A4AD, LRV 35 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Endless Rain from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #89A4AD · 2863
Powder Blue
35%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Powder Blue Technical Profile
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Powder Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Powder 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-WilliamsPowder Blue
Nearly identical
KilzEndless Rain
Endless Rain
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dusty Cornflower
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hazy Seacliff Teal
PPG
Nearly identical
Cloisonne Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Impressionist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stone Silver
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jazz Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sardine
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wonder Land
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wonder Land
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Powder Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Powder Blue
#89A4AD
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 Powder Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Powder 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 Powder Blue.
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Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Powder Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Powder Blue have?
Powder 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 Powder Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Powder Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Powder Blue are Endless Rain by Kilz (a near-identical match), Dusty Cornflower by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Franklin Lakes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Powder 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 Powder Blue?
Powder Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.9, 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 Powder Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.