Ref. #AEC6DA · K-125
Quiet Refuge
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Quiet Refuge Technical Profile
What color is Quiet Refuge? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #AEC6DA. Colors similar to Quiet Refuge include Behr Caspian Tide, Valspar Novella Blue, MPC New Borns Eyes. Quiet Refuge has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Quiet Refuge 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 Quiet Refuge
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Quiet Refuge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Quiet Refuge
#AEC6DA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8284B0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Quiet Refuge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Quiet Refuge 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 Quiet Refuge.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Quiet Refuge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Quiet Refuge have?
Quiet Refuge by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Quiet Refuge from other brands?
The closest matches are Caspian Tide by Behr (#ADC7DC), Novella Blue by Valspar (#AFC6DB), New Borns Eyes by MPC (#B0C4D6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Quiet Refuge?
Quiet Refuge has an LRV of 54.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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