Taboo Blue 340-3DB is a neutral paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #AEB7C4, estimated 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.
Dutch Boy · #AEB7C4 · 340-3DB
Taboo Blue
47%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Taboo Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#AEB7C4
RGB174, 183, 196
Estimated LRV46.9
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 Familyneutral
BrandDutch Boy
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Colors That Work With Taboo Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Taboo Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Taboo Blue are Silver Night Blue by PPG (a close digital match), Blue Beard by PPG (a close digital match), Courtyard Shadow by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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