Sheer Clouds R087 is a gray paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #A0AEB8 and estimated LRV 41. Its closest cross-brand match is How Handsome from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #A0AEB8 · R087
Sheer Clouds
41%Estimated LRV
Sheer Clouds Technical Profile
HEX Code#A0AEB8
RGB160, 174, 184
Estimated LRV41.2
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandVista Paint
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
How Handsome
PPG
#A0AEB8
Nearly identical
Little Falls
Benjamin Moore
#9FAEB8
Nearly identical
Fogged in
Dutch Boy
#A0AEB7
Nearly identical
Irogon Blue
Dunn-Edwards
#9DACB5
Nearly identical
Hibernate
Valspar
#A2B1BA
Nearly identical
Blue Willow
Behr
#9CACB8
Nearly identical
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
#9EB0BB
Nearly identical
Aviator Silver
Kilz
#A0A9B2
Very similar
Aleutian
Sherwin-Williams
#98A9B7
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
#98ACBA
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Wool .03
Colorhouse
#A1ABAB
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RAL
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Colors That Work With Sheer Clouds
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Main Walls
Sheer Clouds
#A0AEB8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sheer Clouds
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sheer Clouds 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
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Sheer Clouds — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Sheer Clouds from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sheer Clouds are How Handsome by PPG (nearly identical in our digital data), Little Falls by Benjamin Moore (nearly identical in our digital data), Fogged in by Dutch Boy (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Sheer Clouds'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 Sheer Clouds?
Sheer Clouds has a estimated lightness value of 41.2, 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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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Sheer Clouds depends on the room. Here's how to choose.