Periwinkle Blossom PMD-13 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8B9AB9, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Steel Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #8B9AB9 · PMD-13
Periwinkle Blossom
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Periwinkle Blossom Technical Profile
HEX Code#8B9AB9
RGB139, 154, 185
Estimated LRV32.1
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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#8A9BB8
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#8B98C4
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Colors That Work With Periwinkle Blossom
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Periwinkle Blossom
#8B9AB9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Periwinkle Blossom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Periwinkle Blossom 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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Periwinkle Blossom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Periwinkle Blossom have?
Periwinkle Blossom 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 Periwinkle Blossom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Periwinkle Blossom are Steel Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Purple Wish by Kilz (a close digital match), Florentine Blue by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Periwinkle Blossom'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 Periwinkle Blossom?
Periwinkle Blossom has a estimated lightness value of 32.1, 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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