Pools of Blue 8336 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #859495, LRV 28 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Skyscraper from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #859495 · 8336
Pools of Blue
28%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pools of Blue Technical Profile
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Pools of Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pools of 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 PaintPools of Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparSkyscraper
Skyscraper
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grayed Foundry
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Atmospheric
Behr
Nearly identical
Standish Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Brewster Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silver Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Morning at Sea
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Greyed Teal Green
PPG
Very similar
Weathered Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Downpour
Kilz
Very similar
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pools of Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pools of Blue
#859495
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8596AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pools of Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pools of 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 Pools of Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pools of Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pools of Blue have?
Pools of Blue by Vista Paint has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pools of Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pools of Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pools of Blue are Skyscraper by Valspar (a near-identical match), Grayed Foundry by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Atmospheric by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pools of 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 Pools of Blue?
Pools of Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.3, 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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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 Pools of Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.