Favorite Denim Blue 30BB 17/094 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #697283, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Encore from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #697283 · 30BB 17/094
Favorite Denim Blue
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Favorite Denim Blue Technical Profile
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Favorite Denim Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Favorite Denim Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFavorite Denim Blue
Nearly identical
BehrEncore
Encore
Behr
Nearly identical
Pacific Coast
Valspar
Nearly identical
Overlook
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nightlife
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Intuition Iris
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Amethyst Shadow
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Overlook
Vista Paint
Very similar
Distance
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Old Lamppost
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Favorite Denim Blue
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
Pure 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
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
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Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Favorite Denim Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Favorite Denim Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Favorite Denim Blue are Encore by Behr (a near-identical match), Lunar Shadow by Behr (a near-identical match), Pacific Coast by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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