Blue Tang 1160-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #2A4B6E, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Inky Sea from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2A4B6E · 1160-7
Blue Tang
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Tang Technical Profile
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Blue Tang in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Tang in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Tang
Nearly identical
Vista PaintInky Sea
Inky Sea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Indigo
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Downpour Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lake View
Behr
Nearly identical
Slumber
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fountain Pen
Kilz
Very similar
Skafi Isle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Encore
Valspar
Very similar
Florida Waters
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Tang
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Tang
#2A4B6E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B4A81
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Tang
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Tang 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 Tang.
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 Tang — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Tang have?
Blue Tang 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 Tang in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Tang from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Tang are Inky Sea by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Indigo by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Downpour Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Tang'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 Tang?
Blue Tang has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Blue Tang's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.