Always Indigo ECC-57-3 is a neutral paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #66778C, 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.
Ref. #66778C · ECC-57-3
Always Indigo
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Always Indigo Technical Profile
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Always Indigo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Always Indigo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAlways Indigo
Nearly identical
ValsparThundering Clouds
Thundering Clouds
Valspar
Nearly identical
Mountain Slate Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Stars & Stripes
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Depths
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Depths
Vista Paint
Very similar
Searching Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bay View
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
North Beach Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Luxe
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Always Indigo
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Always Indigo.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Always Indigo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Always Indigo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Always Indigo are Thundering Clouds by Valspar (a near-identical match), Mountain Slate Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), License To Dream by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Always Indigo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.