Ref. #A0B7BA · 1035-3
Blue By You
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue By You Technical Profile
What color is Blue By You? It's a medium cool neutral with the hex code #A0B7BA. Colors similar to Blue By You include Benjamin Moore Colorado Gray, Benjamin Moore Buxton Blue, Behr Harmonious. Blue By You has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 45 gives Blue By You depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Blue By You pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Blue By You
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue By You
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue By You
#A0B7BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8594AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue By You
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue By You 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 By You.
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 By You — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue By You have?
Blue By You by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Blue By You from other brands?
The closest matches are Colorado Gray by Benjamin Moore (#9FB6B9), Buxton Blue by Benjamin Moore (#9EB7BB), Harmonious by Behr (#9BB5B8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue By You?
Blue By You has an LRV of 44.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue By You's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.