Blue Thistle 1162-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ADC0D6, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Penelope from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ADC0D6 · 1162-3
Blue Thistle
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Blue Thistle Technical Profile
HEX Code#ADC0D6
RGB173, 192, 214
Estimated LRV51.4
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 Familyblue
BrandPPG
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#AFBFD3
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#B3C4D9
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Simply Sparkling
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#B0C4DE
Close digital match
Afternoon Sky
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#B0C6DF
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#B0C1D2
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#ABBFD1
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Babbling Creek
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#A7BAD3
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Sunrise
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#A6B8CE
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#A1B8CA
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#B2C8D8
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Colors That Work With Blue Thistle
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Thistle
#ADC0D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8685AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Thistle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Thistle 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 Thistle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Thistle have?
Blue Thistle by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue 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 Thistle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Thistle are Penelope by Valspar (a close digital match), Rain Reflection by Kilz (a close digital match), Simply Sparkling by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Blue Thistle'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 Thistle?
Blue Thistle has a estimated lightness value of 51.4, 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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