Blue Calypso 1235-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #55A7B6, estimated 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.
PPG · #55A7B6 · 1235-5
Blue Calypso
33%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Calypso Technical Profile
HEX Code#55A7B6
RGB85, 167, 182
Estimated LRV32.9
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyblue
BrandPPG
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#5BA8B9
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Colors That Work With Blue Calypso
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blue Calypso from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Calypso are Sonic Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Lobster by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Spa by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.