Ballroom Blue PPU15-14 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A6B3CA, estimated LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Precious Stone from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #A6B3CA · PPU15-14
Ballroom Blue
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ballroom Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#A6B3CA
RGB166, 179, 202
Estimated LRV44.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Ballroom Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ballroom Blue
#A6B3CA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ballroom Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ballroom Blue 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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Ballroom Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ballroom Blue have?
Ballroom Blue by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Ballroom Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ballroom Blue are Precious Stone by Valspar (a close digital match), Antwerp Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Innuendo by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ballroom Blue'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 Ballroom Blue?
Ballroom Blue has a estimated lightness value of 44.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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