Ref. #365955 · 1144-7
Crystal Ball
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Crystal Ball Technical Profile
What color is Crystal Ball? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #365955. Colors similar to Crystal Ball include Valspar Royal Pine, Dunn-Edwards Enchanting Ivy, Benjamin Moore Dollar Bill Green. Crystal Ball has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 9, Crystal Ball creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Crystal Ball
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crystal Ball
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crystal Ball
#365955
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E6574
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crystal Ball
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crystal Ball 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 Crystal Ball.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crystal Ball — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crystal Ball have?
Crystal Ball by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Crystal Ball from other brands?
The closest matches are Royal Pine by Valspar (#315753), Enchanting Ivy by Dunn-Edwards (#315955), Dollar Bill Green by Benjamin Moore (#335755). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crystal Ball?
Crystal Ball has an LRV of 8.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Crystal Ball's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.