Brussels Blue 70BG 38/143 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8CAABD, estimated LRV 38 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Notable Hue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #8CAABD · 70BG 38/143
Brussels Blue
38%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Brussels Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#8CAABD
RGB140, 170, 189
Estimated LRV38.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#8BA7BB
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Colors That Work With Brussels Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brussels Blue
#8CAABD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brussels Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brussels 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
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Brussels Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brussels Blue have?
Brussels Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Brussels Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brussels Blue are Notable Hue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Windsurf by Behr (a close digital match), Favorite Jeans by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Brussels 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 Brussels Blue?
Brussels Blue has a estimated lightness value of 38.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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