Ref. #B7C9D1 · 9145
Sleepy Hollow
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sleepy Hollow Technical Profile
What color is Sleepy Hollow? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #B7C9D1. Colors similar to Sleepy Hollow include Vista Paint Sky's the Limit, Kilz Soothing Ocean, Hirshfield's Star Mist. Sleepy Hollow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Sleepy Hollow sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Sleepy Hollow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sleepy Hollow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sleepy Hollow
#B7C9D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858CAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sleepy Hollow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sleepy Hollow 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 Sleepy Hollow.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sleepy Hollow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sleepy Hollow have?
Sleepy Hollow by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Sleepy Hollow from other brands?
The closest matches are Sky's the Limit by Vista Paint (#B6C7D0), Soothing Ocean by Kilz (#B7C7CF), Star Mist by Hirshfield's (#B3C6CE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sleepy Hollow?
Sleepy Hollow has an LRV of 56.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sleepy Hollow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.