Ref. #C3DFE8 · 6799
Soar
70%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Soar Technical Profile
What color is Soar? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C3DFE8. Colors similar to Soar include Valspar "Pinch Me, I'm Dreaming", Valspar Rain Dance, Benjamin Moore Blue Allure. Soar has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 70, Soar reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Soar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soar
#C3DFE8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E8CB4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soar 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 Soar.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soar have?
Soar by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Soar from other brands?
The closest matches are "Pinch Me, I'm Dreaming" by Valspar (#C5E2EB), Rain Dance by Valspar (#BEDDE6), Blue Allure by Benjamin Moore (#C1E0E8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Soar?
Soar has an LRV of 70.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Soar's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.