Blue Beads 1160-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5A809E, estimated LRV 20 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Skinny Jeans from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5A809E · 1160-5
Blue Beads
20%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Beads Technical Profile
HEX Code#5A809E
RGB90, 128, 158
Estimated LRV20.1
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 Blue Beads
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Beads
#5A809E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8083AB
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Beads
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Beads 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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Blue Beads — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Beads have?
Blue Beads 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 Blue Beads from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Beads are Skinny Jeans by Behr (a close digital match), Glass Sapphire by Behr (a very close match), Breakwaters by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Beads'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 Blue Beads?
Blue Beads has a estimated lightness value of 20.1, 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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