Blue Flame 1157-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #005E88, LRV 10 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jay Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #005E88 · 1157-7
Blue Flame
10%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Flame Technical Profile
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Blue Flame in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Flame in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Flame
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsJay Blue
Jay Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ink Blotch
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bermuda Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bandana
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wavy Navy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Superior Blue
Behr
Very similar
Ribbon Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Glacier Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Harborside
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Flame
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Flame
#005E88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#253B96
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Flame
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Flame 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 Flame.
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 Flame — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Flame have?
Blue Flame 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 Flame in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Flame from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Flame are Jay Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Ink Blotch by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Bermuda Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Flame'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 Flame?
Blue Flame has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.8, 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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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 Flame's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.