Biscay Bay 1234-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #4FB3B3, LRV 37 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rushing Stream from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4FB3B3 · 1234-5
Biscay Bay
37%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Biscay Bay Technical Profile
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Biscay Bay in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Biscay Bay in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBiscay Bay
Nearly identical
ValsparRushing Stream
Rushing Stream
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brookside
Vista Paint
Very similar
Harbor Side Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Teal Bayou
Behr
Very similar
Vivid Turquoise
Kilz
Very similar
Veranda Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Aquarium
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Western Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Veranda
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Biscay Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Biscay Bay
#4FB3B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8199B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Biscay Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Biscay Bay 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 Biscay Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Biscay Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Biscay Bay have?
Biscay Bay 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 Biscay Bay in your own space before committing.
What colors match Biscay Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Biscay Bay are Rushing Stream by Valspar (a near-identical match), Brookside by Vista Paint (a very close match), Twilight Meadow by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Biscay Bay'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 Biscay Bay?
Biscay Bay has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.2, 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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Related Reading
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 Biscay Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.