Always Indigo ECC-57-3 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #66778C, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Thundering Clouds from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #66778C · ECC-57-3
Always Indigo
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Always Indigo Technical Profile
HEX Code#66778C
RGB102, 119, 140
Estimated LRV17.9
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyneutral
BrandBehr
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#66778D
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Colors That Work With Always Indigo
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Always Indigo
#66778C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F7DA8
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Always Indigo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Always Indigo 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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Always Indigo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Always Indigo have?
Always Indigo by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Always Indigo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Always Indigo are Thundering Clouds by Valspar (a close digital match), Mountain Slate Blue by PPG (a close digital match), License To Dream by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Always Indigo'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 Always Indigo?
Always Indigo has a estimated lightness value of 17.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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