Contemplative Blue 30BB 39/122 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9BA6BD, LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wisteria Blossom from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9BA6BD · 30BB 39/122
Contemplative Blue
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Contemplative Blue Technical Profile
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Contemplative Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Contemplative Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGContemplative Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyWisteria Blossom
Wisteria Blossom
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Purpley Puff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ashberry
Behr
Nearly identical
Sea Lavender
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dreamy
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bonnie Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Vesper Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sapphire Fog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dusky Mood
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Contemplative Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Contemplative Blue
#9BA6BD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Contemplative Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Contemplative 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 Contemplative Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Contemplative Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Contemplative Blue have?
Contemplative Blue 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 Contemplative Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Contemplative Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Contemplative Blue are Wisteria Blossom by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Purpley Puff by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Ashberry by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Contemplative 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 Contemplative Blue?
Contemplative Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.9, 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 Contemplative Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.