Bellflower 1237-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #1993BE, estimated LRV 25 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Old Port from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #1993BE · 1237-6
Bellflower
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Bellflower Technical Profile
HEX Code#1993BE
RGB25, 147, 190
Estimated LRV24.8
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Old Port
Vista Paint
#008EB8
Close digital match
Pool Party
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#0098C8
Close digital match
Hero Blue
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#1898C8
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#0192C6
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#3F91B9
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#4398C1
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Behr
#4C96BB
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#2D9ABC
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#16A3CB
Visible digital difference
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#3B83BD
Visible digital difference
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#6A90B4
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Bellflower
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bellflower
#1993BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4D68BD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bellflower
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bellflower 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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Bellflower — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bellflower have?
Bellflower 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 Bellflower from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bellflower are Old Port by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Pool Party by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Hero Blue by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Bellflower'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 Bellflower?
Bellflower has a estimated lightness value of 24.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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