Blue Sapphire 98BG 26/393 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #218FCD, LRV 24 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Celebration Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #218FCD · 98BG 26/393
Blue Sapphire
24%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Blue Sapphire Technical Profile
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Blue Sapphire in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Sapphire in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Sapphire
Nearly identical
BehrCelebration Blue
Celebration Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Splish Splash
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Utah Sky
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Burst
Valspar
Very similar
Dynamic Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Very similar
Hero Blue
Kilz
Visible difference
Luxurious
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Hidden Springs
Vista Paint
Visible difference
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Skylla
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Sapphire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Sapphire
#218FCD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#616EC0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Sapphire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Sapphire 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 Sapphire.
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 Sapphire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Sapphire have?
Blue Sapphire 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 Sapphire in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Sapphire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Sapphire are Celebration Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Splish Splash by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Utah Sky by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Sapphire'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 Sapphire?
Blue Sapphire has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.4, 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 Sapphire's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.