Skylight → PPG
The closest PPG matches for Valspar Skylight (VR091C-2), ranked by perceptual color distance.
Finding a PPG Equivalent for Skylight
If you love Valspar Skylight but need a PPG 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 PPG, 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 PPG 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 PPG 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 PPG option is Misty Aqua (PPG1147-3) with a Delta E of 3.8, which is a "good match" level match. Misty Aqua is the closest PPG option. Similar character. You will want to test a sample before committing, as the difference may be noticeable in certain lighting.
PPG Matches for Skylight
Misty Aqua is the closest PPG option. Similar character.
| Skylight | Misty Aqua | |
|---|---|---|
| LRV | 62 | 60 |
| Hex | #CCD6D6 | #C9D7D0 |
| Undertone | Soft Skylight Blue | Soft Aqua-Green |
| Family | Blue | Green |
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.
Misty Aqua has soft aqua-green undertones. A soft, misty aqua-green. Lighter and more delicate than Dusty Aqua. Like morning mist over a still pond. PPG's gentlest blue-green option for bathrooms and bedrooms.
The undertone difference is worth paying attention to. While they are close in overall appearance, the different undertones mean they may diverge in certain lighting. Skylight's soft skylight blue quality may read differently than Misty Aqua's soft aqua-green character, especially in rooms with strong directional light or colored accents that could pull out one undertone more than the other. Test a sample in your specific room before committing.
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.
Misty Aqua in Your Room
The aqua-green is whisper-soft. In bright rooms, the green and blue play together beautifully. In dim rooms, it reads as a cool, calming neutral. Always serene.
LRV and Brightness
Skylight has an LRV of 62, while Misty Aqua has an LRV of 60. 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 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.
Misty Aqua is recommended for: bathroom, bedroom, nursery, laundry room, sunroom. Both colors are recommended for similar applications, which confirms that this is a practical cross-brand match. You can use Misty Aqua in the same rooms you planned for Skylight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The closest PPG match for Skylight (VR091C-2) is Misty Aqua (PPG1147-3) with a Delta E of 3.8, which rates as a "good match" match. Misty Aqua is the closest PPG option. Similar character. 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. Misty Aqua is a PPG color with soft aqua-green undertones and an LRV of 60. With a Delta E of 3.8, 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 3.8, 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 PPG equivalent. Price differences between brands can be significant on large projects. Availability matters if your nearest paint store or home center specializes in PPG. Some painters have strong preferences for one brand's formula based on coverage, dry time, or workability. And if you are touching up existing PPG 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.