Flemish Blue 1238-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ADD0E0, estimated LRV 59 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Blue from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ADD0E0 · 1238-3
Flemish Blue
59%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Flemish Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#ADD0E0
RGB173, 208, 224
Estimated LRV59.4
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 Flemish Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flemish Blue
#ADD0E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7D88B5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flemish Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flemish 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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Flemish Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flemish Blue have?
Flemish 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 Flemish Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flemish Blue are Soft Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Emily by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Dockside by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Flemish 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 Flemish Blue?
Flemish Blue has a estimated lightness value of 59.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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