Chinese Porcelain 1160-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #3A5F7D, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mood Indigo from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3A5F7D · 1160-6
Chinese Porcelain
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Chinese Porcelain Technical Profile
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Chinese Porcelain in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chinese Porcelain in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGChinese Porcelain
Nearly identical
BehrMood Indigo
Mood Indigo
Behr
Nearly identical
Deep Sea Diving
Valspar
Nearly identical
Prussian Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Happy Tune
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Azure Tide
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Luxurious Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Earth
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hondy Tonk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ribbon Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Brillant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chinese Porcelain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chinese Porcelain
#3A5F7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B5E8F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chinese Porcelain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chinese Porcelain 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 Chinese Porcelain.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Chinese Porcelain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chinese Porcelain have?
Chinese Porcelain 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 Chinese Porcelain in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chinese Porcelain from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chinese Porcelain are Mood Indigo by Behr (a near-identical match), China Pattern by Behr (a near-identical match), Deep Sea Diving by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Chinese Porcelain'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 Chinese Porcelain?
Chinese Porcelain has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chinese Porcelain's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.