Ref. #495D6B · K-801
Blazing Sky
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blazing Sky Technical Profile
What color is Blazing Sky? It's a dark cool neutral with the hex code #495D6B. Colors similar to Blazing Sky include Valspar Hampton Surf, Behr Digital, Hirshfield's Saxon Blue. Blazing Sky has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Blazing Sky creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Blazing Sky pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Blazing Sky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blazing Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blazing Sky
#495D6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5C608B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blazing Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blazing Sky 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Blazing Sky.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blazing Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blazing Sky have?
Blazing Sky by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Blazing Sky from other brands?
The closest matches are Hampton Surf by Valspar (#4D5C6A), Digital by Behr (#4E5D67), Saxon Blue by Hirshfield's (#435965). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blazing Sky?
Blazing Sky has an LRV of 10.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blazing Sky's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.