Dark Westwind Blue 30BG 24/224 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #4D8D9E, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aegean Sea from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D8D9E · 30BG 24/224
Dark Westwind Blue
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Westwind Blue Technical Profile
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Dark Westwind Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Westwind Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDark Westwind Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAegean Sea
Aegean Sea
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wide Awake
Kilz
Nearly identical
Bay Harbor Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Manitou Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ocean Voyage
Valspar
Very similar
Aegean Blue
Behr
Very similar
Rendezvous Bay
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blessed Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Bliss
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Turquoise Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Westwind Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Westwind Blue
#4D8D9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7885A6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Westwind Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Westwind 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 Dark Westwind 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.
Dark Westwind Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Westwind Blue have?
Dark Westwind Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Dark Westwind Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Westwind Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Westwind Blue are Aegean Sea by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Wide Awake by Kilz (a near-identical match), Bay Harbor Blue by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dark Westwind 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 Dark Westwind Blue?
Dark Westwind Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.1, 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 Dark Westwind Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.