Light Blue → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Farrow & Ball Light Blue (No.22), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Light Blue
If you love Farrow & Ball Light Blue but need a Sherwin Williams alternative, you are not alone. This is one of the most common cross-brand paint matching searches, whether you are working with a painter who prefers Sherwin Williams, your local store does not carry Farrow & Ball, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Light Blue (No.22) is a medium blue with classic light blue undertones. One of Farrow & Ball's most iconic colors. A classic, sophisticated light blue with gray undertones that keep it from feeling juvenile or overly bright. The blue of drawing rooms and Swedish country houses. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 50) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Light Blue and every Sherwin Williams color using the CIE2000 Delta E formula, which measures how different two colors look to the human eye. A Delta E under 2 means most people cannot tell the colors apart. Between 2 and 4, you might notice a difference in certain lighting. Above 5, the difference is clearly visible side by side.
The results are decent but not perfect. The closest Sherwin Williams option is Silvermist (SW 7621) with a Delta E of 4.4, which is a "good match" level match. Silvermist is close in spirit. Both are soft, sophisticated blue-grays. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Light Blue
Silvermist is close in spirit. Both are soft, sophisticated blue-grays.
| Light Blue | Silvermist | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 50 | 47 |
| Hex | #BECCCC | #BAC6C7 |
| Undertone | Classic Light Blue | Soft Blue-Gray |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Light Blue has classic light blue undertones. One of Farrow & Ball's most iconic colors. A classic, sophisticated light blue with gray undertones that keep it from feeling juvenile or overly bright. The blue of drawing rooms and Swedish country houses.
Silvermist has soft blue-gray undertones. A soft, calming blue-gray. More blue than most grays, more gray than most blues. Sophisticated and serene.
These two colors share the same undertone family, which is a good sign for a cross-brand swap. The undertone similarity means they will behave similarly as lighting changes throughout the day, and they should coordinate well with the same accent colors, trim, and furnishings.
How These Colors Behave in Different Lighting
Light Blue in Your Room
In bright light, it reads as a definite but soft blue. In dim rooms, the gray pulls it into sophisticated neutral territory. Under warm light, the blue softens. Under cool light, it brightens beautifully.
Silvermist in Your Room
The blue is gentle and always present. In cool north light, it reads as a definite blue-gray. In warm light, the gray calms the blue.
LRV and Brightness
Light Blue has an LRV of 50, while Silvermist has an LRV of 47. These two colors reflect a very similar amount of light, so you should not notice a significant difference in room brightness when switching between them. The room will feel approximately the same in terms of light and space, which makes this a smoother transition.
Best Rooms for Light Blue
Farrow & Ball recommends Light Blue for: bedroom, bathroom, living room, nursery, dining room. With an LRV of 50, this is a medium color that is in the medium-light range, reflecting enough light to keep rooms feeling open while adding more color and depth than a white or off-white. It works well in living rooms, bedrooms, and hallways where you want warmth and character without darkness.
Silvermist is recommended for: bedroom, bathroom, living room, office, hallway. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Silvermist in the same rooms you planned for Light Blue.
Light Blue in Other Brands
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Light Blue (No.22) is Silvermist (SW 7621) with a Delta E of 4.4, which rates as a "good match" match. Silvermist is close in spirit. Both are soft, sophisticated blue-grays. Delta E measures perceptual color distance on a scale where under 2 means nearly identical, 2 to 4 means close with subtle differences, and over 5 means clearly noticeable.
No, they are not identical. Light Blue is a Farrow & Ball color with classic light blue undertones and an LRV of 50. Silvermist is a Sherwin Williams color with soft blue-gray undertones and an LRV of 47. With a Delta E of 4.4, you will likely notice a difference, especially in bright or direct lighting. Paint formulations differ between brands, so even colors with similar values can look slightly different due to pigment concentration, binders, and finish.
With a Delta E of 4.4, the difference is enough that they should not be used on adjacent walls in the same room. You can use them in separate rooms of the same house, but be aware that walking from one room to the other may reveal the difference, especially if the rooms have similar lighting. For the most consistent look, pick one brand for all connected living spaces and reserve the other brand for visually separate rooms like bathrooms or bedrooms behind closed doors.
There are several practical reasons to look for a Sherwin Williams equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in Sherwin Williams. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing Sherwin Williams work, matching within the same brand gives you the best consistency for seamless results.
Match calculations use Delta E (CIE2000) computed from Lab color space conversion. Color data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Last reviewed: March 22, 2026.