Ref. #7F9DAF · 1152-4
Americana
32%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Americana Technical Profile
What color is Americana? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #7F9DAF. Colors similar to Americana include Hirshfield's Breath-taking View, Behr Blue Cascade, Vista Paint Breath-Taking View. Americana has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Americana depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Americana
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Breath-taking View
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Cascade
Behr
Nearly identical
Breath-Taking View
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Labrador
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nostalgia
Valspar
Nearly identical
Baby Blue Eyes
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Winding River
Kilz
Nearly identical
Silver Skate
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Americana
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Americana
#7F9DAF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858AAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Americana
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Americana 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Americana.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Americana — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Americana have?
Americana by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Americana from other brands?
The closest matches are Breath-taking View by Hirshfield's (#809BAC), Blue Cascade by Behr (#7A9DB0), Breath-Taking View by Vista Paint (#809AAA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Americana?
Americana has an LRV of 31.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Americana
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Americana's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.