Antwerp Blue 30BB 46/124 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AAB5CD, LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Precious Stone from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AAB5CD · 30BB 46/124
Antwerp Blue
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Antwerp Blue Technical Profile
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Antwerp Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Antwerp Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAntwerp Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparPrecious Stone
Precious Stone
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ballroom Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Freesia
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Twilight Dreams
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Spacious Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hush Lilac
Kilz
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Vista Paint
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Antwerp Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Antwerp Blue
#AAB5CD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Antwerp Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Antwerp 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Antwerp Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Antwerp Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Antwerp Blue have?
Antwerp Blue by PPG has a neutral 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 Antwerp Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Antwerp Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antwerp Blue are Precious Stone by Valspar (a near-identical match), Ballroom Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Freesia by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Antwerp 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 Antwerp Blue?
Antwerp Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.0, 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 Antwerp Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.