Blue Odyssey 1166-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #4F6997, LRV 14 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bluer Than Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4F6997 · 1166-6
Blue Odyssey
14%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Blue Odyssey 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 Odyssey in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Odyssey in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Odyssey
Nearly identical
ValsparBluer Than Blue
Bluer Than Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Starstruck
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blue Jacket
Vista Paint
Very similar
Electrify
Behr
Very similar
Blue Nova
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Depths
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Jacket
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Indi-Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lupine
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
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 Odyssey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Odyssey
#4F6997
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C76A3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Odyssey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Odyssey 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 Odyssey.
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 Odyssey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Odyssey have?
Blue Odyssey by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Odyssey in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Odyssey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Odyssey are Bluer Than Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Distant Blue by RAL (a very close match), Starstruck by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Odyssey'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 Odyssey?
Blue Odyssey has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.0, 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.
Explore More with Blue Odyssey
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 Odyssey's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.