Connecticut Blue 90BG 17/090 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #647481, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hypnotic from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #647481 · 90BG 17/090
Connecticut Blue
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Connecticut Blue Technical Profile
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Connecticut Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Connecticut Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGConnecticut Blue
Nearly identical
BehrHypnotic
Hypnotic
Behr
Nearly identical
Wharf View
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Britannia Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Winter Harbor
Vista Paint
Very similar
Distance
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Smoky Pitch
Valspar
Very similar
Flint Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Winter Harbor
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Connecticut Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Connecticut Blue
#647481
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7577A3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Connecticut Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Connecticut 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 Connecticut 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.
Connecticut Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Connecticut Blue have?
Connecticut 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 Connecticut Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Connecticut Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Connecticut Blue are Hypnotic by Behr (a near-identical match), Wharf View by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Long Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Connecticut 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 Connecticut Blue?
Connecticut Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.8, 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 Connecticut Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.