Antwerp Blue 30BB 46/124 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AAB5CD, estimated 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.
PPG · #AAB5CD · 30BB 46/124
Antwerp Blue
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Antwerp Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#AAB5CD
RGB170, 181, 205
Estimated LRV46.0
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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#A6B1C8
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#A6B3CA
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#A8B2CD
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Colors That Work With Antwerp Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Antwerp Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Antwerp Blue are Precious Stone by Valspar (a close digital match), Ballroom Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Freesia by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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