Favorite Denim Blue 30BB 17/094 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #697283, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Encore from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #697283 · 30BB 17/094
Favorite Denim Blue
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Favorite Denim Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#697283
RGB105, 114, 131
Estimated LRV16.7
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Favorite Denim Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Favorite Denim Blue
#697283
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8079A6
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Favorite Denim Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Favorite Denim Blue Room Palettes
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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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Favorite Denim Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Favorite Denim Blue have?
Favorite Denim Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Favorite Denim Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Favorite Denim Blue are Encore by Behr (a close digital match), Lunar Shadow by Behr (a close digital match), Pacific Coast by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Favorite Denim 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 Favorite Denim Blue?
Favorite Denim Blue has a estimated lightness value of 16.7, 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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