Always Blue 10BB 58/149 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B4C9E3, estimated LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Afternoon Sky from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B4C9E3 · 10BB 58/149
Always Blue
57%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Always Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#B4C9E3
RGB180, 201, 227
Estimated LRV57.0
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
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Always Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
Afternoon Sky
Dunn-Edwards
#B0C6DF
Nearly identical
Simply Sparkling
Hirshfield's
#B0C5E0
Nearly identical
Simply Sparkling
Vista Paint
#B0C4DE
Nearly identical
Ocean DreamRetired
Behr
#AEC6E3
Nearly identical
Simply Sparkling
Dutch Boy
#BCCEE6
Nearly identical
Celestial Blue
Valspar
#BBCBE1
Nearly identical
First Dance
Kilz
#ACC5E4
Nearly identical
Blue Ice
Benjamin Moore
#BBCCE0
Very similar
Bewitching BlueRetired
Sherwin-Williams
#BBD0E3
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
#B4CBD9
Visible difference
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
#A1B8CA
Visible difference
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Colors That Work With Always Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Always Blue
#B4C9E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#807DB5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Always Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Always 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Always Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Always Blue have?
Always Blue by PPG 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 Always Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Always Blue are Afternoon Sky by Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical in our digital data), Simply Sparkling by Hirshfield's (nearly identical in our digital data), Simply Sparkling by Vista Paint (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Always 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 Always Blue?
Always Blue has a estimated lightness value of 57.0, 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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