Windy Blue 6240 is a neutral paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #AABAC6, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Overcast Sky from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AABAC6 · 6240
Windy Blue
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Windy Blue Technical Profile
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Windy Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Windy 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-WilliamsWindy Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsOvercast Sky
Overcast Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hazy Skies
Behr
Nearly identical
Palisade Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
November Skies
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Chambray
PPG
Very similar
Bali Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lovebird Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chambray Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windy Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windy Blue
#AABAC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windy Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windy 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 Windy Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windy Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windy Blue have?
Windy Blue by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Windy Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Windy Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Windy Blue are Overcast Sky by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Hazy Skies by Behr (a near-identical match), Palisade Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Windy 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 Windy Blue?
Windy Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.7, 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 Windy Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.