Blue Shamrock 1136-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BACBC4, estimated LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peridot Sparkle from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BACBC4 · 1136-4
Blue Shamrock
57%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Shamrock Technical Profile
HEX Code#BACBC4
RGB186, 203, 196
Estimated LRV57.1
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Blue Shamrock
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Peridot Sparkle
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#BCCBC5
Close digital match
Sparkling Lake
Valspar
#BBCDC8
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Antiqued Aqua
Behr
#BAC9C0
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Sylvan Mist
Benjamin Moore
#B8C7BF
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#BFD1C9
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#BECCC2
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#C0D2CB
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Waterscape
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#BFD2C9
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Colors That Work With Blue Shamrock
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Shamrock
#BACBC4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AAAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Shamrock
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Shamrock 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 Shamrock — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Shamrock have?
Blue Shamrock by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Shamrock from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Shamrock are Peridot Sparkle by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Sparkling Lake by Valspar (a close digital match), Antiqued Aqua by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Shamrock'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 Shamrock?
Blue Shamrock has a estimated lightness value of 57.1, 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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