Blue Zephyr 1042-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5B6676, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wine Dark from Farrow & Ball (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5B6676 · 1042-6
Blue Zephyr
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blue Zephyr Technical Profile
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Blue Zephyr in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Zephyr in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBlue Zephyr
Nearly identical
Farrow & BallWine Dark
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Andes Summit
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dark Night
Valspar
Very similar
Midnight Show
Behr
Very similar
Stilled Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Print
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Granite Peak
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Overlook
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stormy Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Zephyr
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Zephyr
#5B6676
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E699B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Zephyr
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Zephyr 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 Zephyr.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Zephyr — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Zephyr have?
Blue Zephyr by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Blue Zephyr in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Zephyr from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Zephyr are Wine Dark by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Andes Summit by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Dark Night by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Zephyr'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 Zephyr?
Blue Zephyr has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.0, 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 Zephyr's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.