Afton Blue 70BG 68/163 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B9DBF2, estimated LRV 67 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Impressionist Sky from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B9DBF2 · 70BG 68/163
Afton Blue
67%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Afton Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#B9DBF2
RGB185, 219, 242
Estimated LRV67.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Afton Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Afton Blue
#B9DBF2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6F77C3
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Afton Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Afton 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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Afton Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Afton Blue have?
Afton Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Afton Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Afton Blue are Impressionist Sky by Behr (a close digital match), Wild Blue Yonder by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Arctic Paradise by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Afton 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 Afton Blue?
Afton Blue has a estimated lightness value of 67.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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