Brussels Blue 70BG 38/143 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8CAABD, 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.
Ref. #8CAABD · 70BG 38/143
Brussels Blue
38%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Brussels Blue Technical Profile
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Brussels Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Brussels Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGBrussels Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsNotable Hue
Notable Hue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Windsurf
Behr
Nearly identical
Favorite Jeans
Kilz
Nearly identical
Subdued Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Summerhouse Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
New Borns Eyes
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Chicago Skyline
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chicago Skyline
Vista Paint
Very similar
Silver Skate
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Brussels Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Brussels 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Brussels Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Brussels Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brussels Blue are Notable Hue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Windsurf by Behr (a near-identical match), Favorite Jeans by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Brussels Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.