Chalky Blue 1153-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7B8F99, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Blue Yonder from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7B8F99 · 1153-5
Chalky Blue
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chalky Blue Technical Profile
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Chalky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chalky Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGChalky Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWild Blue Yonder
Wild Blue Yonder
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Cottage Door
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stray Gray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Silent Tide
Behr
Nearly identical
Poolhouse
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Blue Laguna
Dutch Boy
Very similar
China Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Breezy Indigo
Vista Paint
Very similar
Water .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Smoky Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chalky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chalky Blue
#7B8F99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858BAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chalky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chalky 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 Chalky Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chalky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chalky Blue have?
Chalky Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Chalky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chalky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chalky Blue are Wild Blue Yonder by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Selvedge by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match), Cottage Door by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chalky 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 Chalky Blue?
Chalky Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.2, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chalky Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.