Connecticut Blue 90BG 17/090 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #647481, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hypnotic from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #647481 · 90BG 17/090
Connecticut Blue
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Connecticut Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#647481
RGB100, 116, 129
Estimated LRV16.8
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hypnotic
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#677582
Close digital match
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#65737E
Close digital match
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Colors That Work With Connecticut Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Connecticut Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Connecticut Blue are Hypnotic by Behr (a close digital match), Wharf View by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Long Lake by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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