Skylight → Sherwin Williams
The closest Sherwin Williams matches for Valspar Skylight (VR091C-2), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a Sherwin Williams Equivalent for Skylight
If you love Valspar Skylight 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 Valspar, or you simply want to compare prices across brands before committing.
Skylight (VR091C-2) is a light blue with soft skylight blue undertones. A soft, airy blue-gray. Named for the natural light that filters through a roof window. Cool and refreshing. To find a good Sherwin Williams match, we need a color that captures not just the right depth (LRV 62) but also that specific undertone character. That is where Delta E color science comes in.
We calculated the perceptual color distance between Skylight 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 Upward (SW 6239) with a Delta E of 4, which is a "good match" level match. Upward is similar. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
Sherwin Williams Matches for Skylight
Upward is similar.
| Skylight | Upward | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 62 | 56 |
| Hex | #CCD6D6 | #C4D1D5 |
| Undertone | Soft Skylight Blue | Airy Blue |
| Family | Blue | Blue |
Undertone Comparison
Skylight has soft skylight blue undertones. A soft, airy blue-gray. Named for the natural light that filters through a roof window. Cool and refreshing.
Upward has airy blue undertones. SW's 2024 Color of the Year. A soft, airy blue with gray undertones. Like looking up at a clear sky. Optimistic, calming, and universally appealing.
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
Skylight in Your Room
The blue is soft and clean. Reads as a cool, fresh near-white with blue undertones.
Upward in Your Room
The blue is soft and serene. In bright rooms, it reads as a gentle blue. In dim rooms, the gray provides calm. Always optimistic.
LRV and Brightness
Skylight has an LRV of 62, while Upward has an LRV of 56. That means Skylight reflects noticeably more light. In the same room, Skylight will make the space feel brighter and more open than Upward. If you are switching to the Sherwin Williams option, expect the room to feel slightly more intimate and cozy.
Best Rooms for Skylight
Valspar recommends Skylight for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, hallway, laundry room. With an LRV of 62, this is a light 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.
Upward is recommended for: bedroom, bathroom, nursery, living room, hallway. The recommended applications differ slightly between brands, but the color's properties should work in the same rooms regardless of which brand you choose. Trust the LRV and undertone data more than the specific room suggestions, and always test in your actual space.
Skylight in Other Brands
Looking for Skylight equivalents in other brands besides Sherwin Williams? We have matches across all major paint brands.
Frequently Asked Questions
The closest Sherwin Williams match for Skylight (VR091C-2) is Upward (SW 6239) with a Delta E of 4, which rates as a "good match" match. Upward is similar. 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. Skylight is a Valspar color with soft skylight blue undertones and an LRV of 62. Upward is a Sherwin Williams color with airy blue undertones and an LRV of 56. With a Delta E of 4, the difference is subtle and mainly visible in direct side-by-side comparison. 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, 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.