Respite 6514 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #97B4C3, LRV 43 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Rococo Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97B4C3 · 6514
Respite
43%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Respite Technical Profile
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Respite in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Respite in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsRespite
Nearly identical
PPGSoft Rococo Blue
Soft Rococo Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
New Borns Eyes
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cloudless Day
Behr
Nearly identical
Maracay Bay
Vista Paint
Very similar
Arctic Sunrise
Valspar
Very similar
Country Air
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chicago Skyline
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Valor
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Abstract Idea
Kilz
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Respite
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Respite
#97B4C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Respite
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Respite 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 Respite.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Respite — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Respite have?
Respite by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) 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 Respite in your own space before committing.
What colors match Respite from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Respite are Soft Rococo Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), New Borns Eyes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cloudless Day by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Respite'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 Respite?
Respite has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.2, 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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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 Respite's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.