Fresh Hyacinth 54BB 41/237 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #99A8D6, 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.
Ref. #99A8D6 · 54BB 41/237
Fresh Hyacinth
40%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Fresh Hyacinth Technical Profile
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Fresh Hyacinth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fresh Hyacinth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGFresh Hyacinth
Nearly identical
BehrWild Thistle
Wild Thistle
Behr
Nearly identical
Purplicious
Valspar
Nearly identical
Slow Dance
Kilz
Nearly identical
Periwinkle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Roswell
Vista Paint
Very similar
Velvet Robe
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Neptune'S Folly
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pressed Violet
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Hyacinth
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Fresh Hyacinth.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Fresh Hyacinth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fresh Hyacinth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fresh Hyacinth are Wild Thistle by Behr (a near-identical match), Purplicious by Valspar (a near-identical match), Slow Dance by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fresh Hyacinth's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.