Blue Lava 1155-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #2E5169, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Outerspace from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2E5169 · 1155-7
Blue Lava
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Lava Technical Profile
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Blue Lava in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Lava in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Lava
Nearly identical
BehrOuterspace
Outerspace
Behr
Nearly identical
Teal Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tappan Lake Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dark Iris
Valspar
Very similar
Deep Ocean
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Endless Sea
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Queen of the Night
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Champion Cobalt
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Saxophone Solo
Kilz
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Lava
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Lava
#2E5169
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4D527D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Lava
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Lava 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 Lava.
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 Lava — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Lava have?
Blue Lava 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 Lava in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Lava from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Lava are Outerspace by Behr (a near-identical match), Teal Shadow by Vista Paint (a very close match), Tappan Lake Blue by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Lava'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 Lava?
Blue Lava has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.5, 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 Lava's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.