In the Blue 0504 is a neutral paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #9CAFBA, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is In the Blue from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9CAFBA · 0504
In the Blue
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
In the Blue Technical Profile
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In the Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to In the 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 PaintIn the Blue
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sIn the Blue
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Winter Lake
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soft Traditional Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Rainy Sidewalk
Behr
Nearly identical
Dockside Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Irogon Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hibernate
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fogged in
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Water Splash
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wool .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With In the Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
In the Blue
#9CAFBA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for In the Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
In the 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 In the Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
In the Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does In the Blue have?
In the Blue 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 In the Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match In the Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to In the Blue are In the Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Winter Lake by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Soft Traditional Blue by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting In the 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 In the Blue?
In the Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 In the Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.