Azure Afternoon 89BG 37/353 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #51A7DD, estimated LRV 35 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brittany Blue from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #51A7DD · 89BG 37/353
Azure Afternoon
35%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Azure Afternoon Technical Profile
HEX Code#51A7DD
RGB81, 167, 221
Estimated LRV34.6
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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Colors That Work With Azure Afternoon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Azure Afternoon
#51A7DD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7079C2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Azure Afternoon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Azure Afternoon 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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Azure Afternoon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Azure Afternoon have?
Azure Afternoon 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 Azure Afternoon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Azure Afternoon are Brittany Blue by Behr (a very close match), Alpha Blue by Behr (a very close match), Royal Peacock by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Azure Afternoon'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 Azure Afternoon?
Azure Afternoon has a estimated lightness value of 34.6, 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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