Blue Calypso 1235-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #55A7B6, LRV 33 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sonic Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #55A7B6 · 1235-5
Blue Calypso
33%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Calypso Technical Profile
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Blue Calypso in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Calypso in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Calypso
Nearly identical
BehrSonic Blue
Sonic Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Spa
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Freshwater
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gone Fishing
Valspar
Very similar
Brookside
Vista Paint
Very similar
Turquoise Waters
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Island Hop
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Serene Summit
Kilz
Very similar
Sarah's Garden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Calypso
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Calypso
#55A7B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8191B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Calypso
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Calypso 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 Calypso.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Calypso — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Calypso have?
Blue Calypso by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Calypso in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Calypso from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Calypso are Sonic Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Lobster by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Spa by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Calypso'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 Calypso?
Blue Calypso has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 32.9, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Calypso's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.