Fresh Hyacinth 54BB 41/237 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #99A8D6, estimated LRV 40 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wild Thistle from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #99A8D6 · 54BB 41/237
Fresh Hyacinth
40%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Fresh Hyacinth Technical Profile
HEX Code#99A8D6
RGB153, 168, 214
Estimated LRV39.6
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Fresh Hyacinth
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Hyacinth
#99A8D6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C7FB3
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Hyacinth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Hyacinth 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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Fresh Hyacinth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Hyacinth have?
Fresh Hyacinth by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Fresh Hyacinth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Hyacinth are Wild Thistle by Behr (a close digital match), Purplicious by Valspar (a close digital match), Slow Dance by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fresh Hyacinth'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 Fresh Hyacinth?
Fresh Hyacinth has a estimated lightness value of 39.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Why Fresh Hyacinth's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.