Blue Beard 1042-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ABB5C4, estimated LRV 46 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Taboo Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ABB5C4 · 1042-4
Blue Beard
46%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Beard Technical Profile
HEX Code#ABB5C4
RGB171, 181, 196
Estimated LRV45.7
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Blue Beard
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Beard
#ABB5C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8985AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Beard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Beard 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 Beard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Beard have?
Blue Beard by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Beard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Beard are Taboo Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Blue Echo by Valspar (a close digital match), Courtyard Shadow by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Beard'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 Beard?
Blue Beard has a estimated lightness value of 45.7, 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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