Blue Beard 1042-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ABB5C4, 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.
Ref. #ABB5C4 · 1042-4
Blue Beard
46%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Beard Technical Profile
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Blue Beard in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Beard in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Beard
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyTaboo Blue
Taboo Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Blue Echo
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Tribute
Behr
Very similar
Lavender Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Spacious Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Favorite Things
Vista Paint
Very similar
Windy Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Silver Falls
Kilz
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Beard
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Blue Beard.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Beard in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Beard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Beard are Taboo Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Blue Echo by Valspar (a near-identical match), Courtyard Shadow by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Beard's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.