Centurion Blue 30BB 27/209 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #768EB3, estimated LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Remembrance from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #768EB3 · 30BB 27/209
Centurion Blue
27%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Centurion Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#768EB3
RGB118, 142, 179
Estimated LRV26.5
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Centurion Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Remembrance
Kilz
#7A8EB1
Close digital match
Celestial Horizon
Vista Paint
#7B93B2
Similar digital color
Celestial Horizon
Hirshfield's
#7C94B3
Similar digital color
Deep Smoke Signal
Behr
#6F89A9
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Jazzy
Valspar
#778DBF
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Mariner's
Benjamin Moore
#6C8EB4
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Periwinks
Dutch Boy
#7989AA
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Ocean City
Dunn-Edwards
#7896BA
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Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
#6487B0
Similar digital color
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
#6A90B4
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Light Blue
RAL
#3B83BD
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Colors That Work With Centurion Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Centurion Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Centurion Blue are Remembrance by Kilz (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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