American Anthem 1156-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7595AB, LRV 28 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dyer's Woad from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7595AB · 1156-4
American Anthem
28%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
American Anthem Technical Profile
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American Anthem in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to American Anthem in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAmerican Anthem
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDyer's Woad
Dyer's Woad
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Dust
Kilz
Nearly identical
Frozen Lake
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sea Reflections
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Americana
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Breath-Taking View
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Royal Gray
Valspar
Very similar
Belladonna
Behr
Very similar
Breath-Taking View
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With American Anthem
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
American Anthem
#7595AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8588AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for American Anthem
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
American Anthem 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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American Anthem — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does American Anthem have?
American Anthem by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample American Anthem in your own space before committing.
What colors match American Anthem from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to American Anthem are Dyer's Woad by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Blue Dust by Kilz (a near-identical match), Frozen Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting American Anthem'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 American Anthem?
American Anthem has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.2, 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 American Anthem's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.