Blue Suede PPU14-10 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #9BB5CF, estimated LRV 45 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is John's Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #9BB5CF · PPU14-10
Blue Suede
45%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Suede Technical Profile
HEX Code#9BB5CF
RGB155, 181, 207
Estimated LRV44.5
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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Compare alternatives to Blue Suede
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
John's Blue
Dutch Boy
#97B2CD
Close digital match
Celestial
Sherwin-Williams
#97B3D0
Close digital match
Misted Eve
Dunn-Edwards
#A2B7CF
Close digital match
Paris Sky Blue
PPG
#97AFC9
Close digital match
Moonglow
Valspar
#92B2D1
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Bluette
Vista Paint
#9DBCD5
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Porcelain Glaze
Benjamin Moore
#9BB3C6
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Delicate Blue
Kilz
#A2BBDA
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Babbling Creek
Hirshfield's
#A7BAD3
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Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
#A1B8CA
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Dream .03
Colorhouse
#B4CBD9
Visible digital difference
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RAL
#9DA1AA
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Blue Suede
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Suede
#9BB5CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8383AF
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Suede
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Suede 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Suede — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Suede have?
Blue Suede 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 Blue Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Suede are John's Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Celestial by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Misted Eve by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Suede'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 Blue Suede?
Blue Suede has a estimated lightness value of 44.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Suede's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.