Citadel Blue K-168 is a blue paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #00547B, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Spray from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #00547B · K-168
Citadel Blue
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Citadel Blue Technical Profile
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Citadel Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citadel Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintCitadel Blue
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sOcean Spray
Ocean Spray
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Caribbean Azure
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Kate's Ring
Valspar
Nearly identical
Quiet Storm
Behr
Nearly identical
Animation
PPG
Very similar
Dignity Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Ink Blotch
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Tappan Lake Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Luxurious Blue
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citadel Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citadel Blue
#00547B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#23368B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citadel Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citadel 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Citadel Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citadel Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citadel Blue have?
Citadel Blue by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Citadel Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citadel Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citadel Blue are Ocean Spray by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Caribbean Azure by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mistral by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Citadel 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 Citadel Blue?
Citadel Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Citadel Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.