Ariel 1237-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AED7EA, LRV 64 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Little Boy Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AED7EA · 1237-3
Ariel
64%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ariel Technical Profile
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Ariel in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ariel in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAriel
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLittle Boy Blue
Little Boy Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Pool Party
Kilz
Nearly identical
Something Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sky Watch
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Breezeway
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sonic Sky
Valspar
Nearly identical
Emily
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Bubble
Behr
Nearly identical
Dockside
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ariel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ariel
#AED7EA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7582BD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ariel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ariel 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 Ariel.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ariel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ariel have?
Ariel by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Ariel in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ariel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ariel are Little Boy Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Fairview Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Pool Party by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ariel'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 Ariel?
Ariel has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 63.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Ariel's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.