Dark Westwind Blue 30BG 24/224 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #4D8D9E, estimated 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.
PPG · #4D8D9E · 30BG 24/224
Dark Westwind Blue
23%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Dark Westwind Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#4D8D9E
RGB77, 141, 158
Estimated LRV23.1
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Dark Westwind Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
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 close digital match), Wide Awake by Kilz (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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