Celestial Blue 1156-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #2C4D69, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Champion Cobalt from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2C4D69 · 1156-7
Celestial Blue
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Celestial Blue Technical Profile
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Celestial Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Celestial Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCelestial Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreChampion Cobalt
Champion Cobalt
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Twilight Chimes
Behr
Nearly identical
Inkstain
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Happy Tune
Vista Paint
Very similar
Still Waters Run Deep
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Commodore
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dark Iris
Valspar
Very similar
Happy Tune
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fountain Pen
Kilz
Very similar
Capri Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Celestial Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Celestial Blue
#2C4D69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B4D7D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Celestial Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Celestial 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 Celestial 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.
Celestial Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Celestial Blue have?
Celestial Blue by PPG has a neutral 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 Celestial Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Celestial Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Celestial Blue are Champion Cobalt by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Twilight Chimes by Behr (a near-identical match), Inkstain by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Celestial 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 Celestial Blue?
Celestial Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.9, 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 Celestial Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.