Ballroom Blue PPU15-14 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A6B3CA, 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.
Ref. #A6B3CA · PPU15-14
Ballroom Blue
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ballroom Blue Technical Profile
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Ballroom Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ballroom Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBallroom Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparPrecious Stone
Precious Stone
Valspar
Nearly identical
Antwerp Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Twilight Dreams
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Musical Play
Kilz
Very similar
Freesia
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Vista Paint
Very similar
Spacious Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ballroom Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ballroom Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ballroom Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ballroom Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ballroom Blue are Precious Stone by Valspar (a near-identical match), Antwerp Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Innuendo by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ballroom Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.