Baby Bunting 1243-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ABCAEA, estimated LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bluish from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ABCAEA · 1243-3
Baby Bunting
57%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Baby Bunting Technical Profile
HEX Code#ABCAEA
RGB171, 202, 234
Estimated LRV56.8
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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Colors That Work With Baby Bunting
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Baby Bunting
#ABCAEA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7574BE
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Baby Bunting
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Baby Bunting 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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Baby Bunting — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Baby Bunting have?
Baby Bunting 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 Baby Bunting from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Baby Bunting are Bluish by Valspar (a close digital match), Loyalty by Valspar (a close digital match), First Dance by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Baby Bunting'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 Baby Bunting?
Baby Bunting has a estimated lightness value of 56.8, 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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