Arctic Blue 50BG 76/090 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D1E5EF and estimated LRV 76. Its closest cross-brand match is Vaporize from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D1E5EF · 50BG 76/090
Arctic Blue
76%Estimated LRV
Arctic Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#D1E5EF
RGB209, 229, 239
Estimated LRV75.8
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
VaporizeRetired
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#D0E3ED
Nearly identical
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#CFE5F0
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#D1E3EC
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Benjamin Moore
#D4E9F2
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Kilz
#CDE4EE
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Summer Sky
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#CFE1E9
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Lake Breeze
Dutch Boy
#D4E4EC
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Sprout .03
Colorhouse
#CCDCE7
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Sea Foam Mist
Hirshfield's
#CBDCE2
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Rhythmic Blue
Sherwin-Williams
#CCDBE5
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Farrow & Ball
#DFE6EA
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Colors That Work With Arctic Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Main Walls
Arctic Blue
#D1E5EF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7B85B7
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Arctic Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Arctic 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 Arctic 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.
Arctic Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Arctic Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Arctic Blue are Vaporize by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data), Soft Cloud by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data), Pale Frost by Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Arctic 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 Arctic Blue?
Arctic Blue has a estimated lightness value of 75.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Paint Sheen Guide
Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Arctic Blue depends on the room. Here's how to choose.