Bright Cornflower Blue 45BB 22/347 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #537DB9, LRV 20 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Iolite from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #537DB9 · 45BB 22/347
Bright Cornflower Blue
20%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Bright Cornflower Blue Technical Profile
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Bright Cornflower Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bright Cornflower Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBright Cornflower Blue
Nearly identical
BehrBlue Iolite
Blue Iolite
Behr
Nearly identical
Parkwater
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Watertown
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Parkwater
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bodega Bay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cobalt Glow
Valspar
Very similar
Stylish Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Endless Summer
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bright Cornflower Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bright Cornflower Blue
#537DB9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#847FB3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bright Cornflower Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bright Cornflower Blue 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 Bright Cornflower Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bright Cornflower Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bright Cornflower Blue have?
Bright Cornflower Blue by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Bright Cornflower Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bright Cornflower Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bright Cornflower Blue are Blue Iolite by Behr (a near-identical match), Parkwater by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Watertown by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bright Cornflower Blue'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 Bright Cornflower Blue?
Bright Cornflower Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.0, 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
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 Bright Cornflower Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.