Taboo Blue 340-3DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AEB7C4, LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Silver Night Blue from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEB7C4 · 340-3DB
Taboo Blue
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Taboo Blue Technical Profile
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Taboo Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Taboo Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyTaboo Blue
Nearly identical
PPGSilver Night Blue
Silver Night Blue
PPG
Nearly identical
Courtyard Shadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Lavender Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Simply Blue
Behr
Very similar
Favorite Things
Vista Paint
Very similar
Adirondack
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lakeside
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Silver Falls
Kilz
Very similar
Cystern
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Taboo Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Taboo Blue
#AEB7C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8885AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Taboo Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Taboo 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Taboo Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Taboo Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Taboo Blue have?
Taboo Blue by Dutch Boy 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 Taboo Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Taboo Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Taboo Blue are Silver Night Blue by PPG (a near-identical match), Blue Beard by PPG (a near-identical match), Courtyard Shadow by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Taboo 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 Taboo Blue?
Taboo Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.9, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Taboo Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.