Ref. #C9D9E0 · 8003-42B
Windchill
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Windchill Technical Profile
What color is Windchill? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #C9D9E0. Colors similar to Windchill include Sherwin-Williams Moonmist, Behr Sky Light View, PPG Dartmoor Mist. Windchill has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Windchill 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 Windchill
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Moonmist
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sky Light View
Behr
Nearly identical
Dartmoor Mist
PPG
Nearly identical
Sea Foam Mist
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Snow Lodge
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Northern Sky
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sea Foam Mist
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Breath of Fresh Air
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Windchill
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Windchill
#C9D9E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Windchill
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Windchill 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Windchill.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Windchill — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Windchill have?
Windchill by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Windchill from other brands?
The closest matches are Moonmist by Sherwin-Williams (#C9D9E0), Sky Light View by Behr (#C8D7DD), Dartmoor Mist by PPG (#CDDCE3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Windchill?
Windchill has an LRV of 67.4, 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 Windchill's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.