Centurion Blue 30BB 27/209 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #768EB3, LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Remembrance from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #768EB3 · 30BB 27/209
Centurion Blue
27%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Centurion Blue Technical Profile
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Centurion Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Centurion Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCenturion Blue
Nearly identical
KilzRemembrance
Remembrance
Kilz
Nearly identical
Celestial Horizon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Smoke Signal
Behr
Very similar
Jazzy
Valspar
Very similar
Mariner's
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Periwinks
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ocean City
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Light Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Centurion Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Centurion Blue
#768EB3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Centurion Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Centurion 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 Centurion 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.
Centurion Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Centurion Blue have?
Centurion 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 Centurion Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Centurion Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Centurion Blue are Remembrance by Kilz (a near-identical match), Celestial Horizon by Vista Paint (a very close match), Celestial Horizon by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Centurion 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 Centurion Blue?
Centurion Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.5, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Centurion Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.