Granite Falls 1152-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #638496, LRV 21 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is South Pacific from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #638496 · 1152-5
Granite Falls
21%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Granite Falls Technical Profile
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Granite Falls in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Granite Falls in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGranite Falls
Nearly identical
BehrSouth Pacific
South Pacific
Behr
Nearly identical
Celebration Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Seal Pup
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Lakeside Cabin
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Swedish Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
High Seas Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Storm Blue Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Leisure Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rocky Hill
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Granite Falls
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Granite Falls
#638496
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8187AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Granite Falls
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Granite Falls 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 Granite Falls.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Granite Falls — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Granite Falls have?
Granite Falls by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Granite Falls in your own space before committing.
What colors match Granite Falls from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Granite Falls are South Pacific by Behr (a near-identical match), Celebration Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Seal Pup by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Granite Falls'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 Granite Falls?
Granite Falls has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.4, 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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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 Granite Falls's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.