Blue Opal 1166-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BBC6D9, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dancing Mist from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBC6D9 · 1166-3
Blue Opal
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Opal Technical Profile
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Blue Opal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Opal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Opal
Nearly identical
BehrDancing Mist
Dancing Mist
Behr
Nearly identical
Silver Falls
Kilz
Nearly identical
Whimsy Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Snow Flurries
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hyacinth Tint
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Feather Soft
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Prim Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Atmospheric Pressure
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Atmospheric Pressure
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Opal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Opal
#BBC6D9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Opal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Opal 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 Opal.
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 Opal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Opal have?
Blue Opal by PPG has a neutral 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 Opal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Opal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Opal are Dancing Mist by Behr (a near-identical match), Silver Falls by Kilz (a near-identical match), Supremely Cool by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Opal'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 Opal?
Blue Opal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 56.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Opal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.