Blazing Sky 8270 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #495D6B, LRV 10 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ragtime Blues from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #495D6B · 8270
Blazing Sky
10%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blazing Sky Technical Profile
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Blazing Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blazing Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintBlazing Sky
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsRagtime Blues
Ragtime Blues
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Approaching Storm
PPG
Nearly identical
Hampton Surf
Valspar
Nearly identical
Digital
Behr
Very similar
Saxon Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
In the Midnight Hour
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Alaskan Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bunglehouse Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
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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 sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blazing Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blazing Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blazing Sky are Ragtime Blues by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Approaching Storm by PPG (a near-identical match), Hampton Surf by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blazing Sky'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 Blazing Sky?
Blazing Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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