Blue Note 86BG 43/321 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #69B4E3, LRV 41 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sanctuary Spa from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #69B4E3 · 86BG 43/321
Blue Note
41%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Note Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Blue Note in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Note in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Note
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsSanctuary Spa
Sanctuary Spa
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Blue Wave
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Robin's Egg
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
BFF Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Robin's Egg
Vista Paint
Very similar
Azure Pool
Kilz
Very similar
Cest La Vie
Behr
Very similar
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Note
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Note
#69B4E3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6F79C3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Note
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Note 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 Note.
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 Note — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Note have?
Blue Note 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 Note in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Note from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Note are Sanctuary Spa by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blue Wave by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Robin's Egg by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Note'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 Note?
Blue Note has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.2, 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.
Explore More with Blue Note
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 Note's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.