Biscay Bay 1234-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #4FB3B3, estimated 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.
PPG · #4FB3B3 · 1234-5
Biscay Bay
37%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Biscay Bay Technical Profile
HEX Code#4FB3B3
RGB79, 179, 179
Estimated LRV37.2
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 Biscay Bay
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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
Digital 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
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Biscay Bay from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Biscay Bay are Rushing Stream by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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