Blue Lava 1155-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #2E5169, estimated 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.
PPG · #2E5169 · 1155-7
Blue Lava
8%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Lava Technical Profile
HEX Code#2E5169
RGB46, 81, 105
Estimated LRV7.5
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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Compare alternatives to Blue Lava
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Outerspace
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#314E64
Close digital match
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#21526C
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#295776
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#274965
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#3F556C
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#1B5583
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Blue Lava
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Blue Lava from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Lava are Outerspace by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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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.