Ref. #CAD6E8 · K-110
Blue Dawn
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Dawn Technical Profile
What color is Blue Dawn? It's a light cool blue with the hex code #CAD6E8. Colors similar to Blue Dawn include Kilz Lavender Lullaby, Valspar Serenity, Kilz Sheer Silhouette. Blue Dawn has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Blue Dawn 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 Blue Dawn
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Lavender Lullaby
Kilz
Nearly identical
Serenity
Valspar
Nearly identical
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Surf's Surprise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Naturally Calm
Behr
Nearly identical
Ice Sculpture
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Alaskan Skies
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Laid Back Blue
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Dawn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Dawn
#CAD6E8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8681B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Dawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Dawn 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 Blue Dawn.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Dawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Dawn have?
Blue Dawn by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Blue Dawn from other brands?
The closest matches are Lavender Lullaby by Kilz (#CBD8E9), Serenity by Valspar (#CEDAED), Sheer Silhouette by Kilz (#CBD6E5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Dawn?
Blue Dawn has an LRV of 66.5, 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 Blue Dawn's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.