Animation 1159-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #1D5C83, estimated LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blueberry from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #1D5C83 · 1159-6
Animation
10%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Animation Technical Profile
HEX Code#1D5C83
RGB29, 92, 131
Estimated LRV9.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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#1B5F8A
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#255B83
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#015D87
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Colors That Work With Animation
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Animation
#1D5C83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#414B92
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Animation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Animation 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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Animation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Animation have?
Animation 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 Animation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Animation are Blueberry by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Bermuda Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Superior Blue by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Animation'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 Animation?
Animation has a estimated lightness value of 9.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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