Embellishment 1151-2 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CBDEE2, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lament Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CBDEE2 · 1151-2
Embellishment
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Embellishment Technical Profile
HEX Code#CBDEE2
RGB203, 222, 226
Estimated LRV70.4
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Embellishment
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Lament Blue
Valspar
#CADCE0
Close digital match
Polar Sky
Benjamin Moore
#CCDEE3
Close digital match
Morning Dew
Dutch Boy
#CBDFE2
Close digital match
Blue Lustre
Kilz
#CCDEE3
Close digital match
Shark
Dunn-Edwards
#CADCDE
Close digital match
Sierra Spring
Vista Paint
#C9DADE
Close digital match
Waterfall
Behr
#CFDFE4
Close digital match
Sea Foam Mist
Hirshfield's
#CBDCE2
Close digital match
Little Boy Blu
Sherwin-Williams
#C7D8DB
Close digital match
Air .06
Colorhouse
#D7E2E5
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Farrow & Ball
#C5D1D8
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Colors That Work With Embellishment
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Embellishment
#CBDEE2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8592AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Embellishment
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Embellishment 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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Embellishment — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Embellishment have?
Embellishment by PPG has a neutral 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 Embellishment from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Embellishment are Lament Blue by Valspar (a close digital match), Polar Sky by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Morning Dew by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Embellishment'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 Embellishment?
Embellishment has a estimated lightness value of 70.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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