Blue Blood 1034-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6B7F81, LRV 20 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Stormy Gray from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B7F81 · 1034-6
Blue Blood
20%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Blood Technical Profile
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Blue Blood in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Blood in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Blood
Nearly identical
BehrStormy Gray
Stormy Gray
Behr
Nearly identical
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Polar Pond
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Steep Cliff Gray
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dark Lagoon
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Classic Movie
Kilz
Very similar
Rio Bravo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Thunder
Valspar
Very similar
Mediterranean
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
River Cruise
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Blood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Blood
#6B7F81
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#798BA6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Blood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Blood 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 Blood.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Blood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Blood have?
Blue Blood by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Blood in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Blood from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Blood are Stormy Gray by Behr (a near-identical match), De Nimes by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Polar Pond by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Blood'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 Blood?
Blue Blood has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Blood's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.