Deep Sapphire Blue 47BB 14/349 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #3863A1, LRV 12 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mosaic from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3863A1 · 47BB 14/349
Deep Sapphire Blue
12%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Deep Sapphire Blue Technical Profile
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Deep Sapphire Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deep Sapphire Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDeep Sapphire Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMosaic
Mosaic
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Deep Space
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Sea
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Starstruck
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Beyond The Sea
Kilz
Very similar
Tidal
Behr
Very similar
Brillant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Hondy Tonk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Honky Tonk Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Azure Tide
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Sapphire Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Sapphire Blue
#3863A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6963A9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Sapphire Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Sapphire 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 Deep Sapphire 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.
Deep Sapphire Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Sapphire Blue have?
Deep Sapphire Blue by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Deep Sapphire Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Sapphire Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Sapphire Blue are Mosaic by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Deep Space by Valspar (a near-identical match), Blue Sea by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Deep Sapphire 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 Deep Sapphire Blue?
Deep Sapphire Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 12.3, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Deep Sapphire Blue's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.