Harbor Sky 1238-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7EB6D0, LRV 42 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clear Sailing from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7EB6D0 · 1238-4
Harbor Sky
42%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Harbor Sky Technical Profile
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Harbor Sky in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Harbor Sky in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGHarbor Sky
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreClear Sailing
Clear Sailing
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Water Fountain
Valspar
Nearly identical
Calm Spring
Kilz
Very similar
Cascade Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Skippered Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bonnie Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mountain Main
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sonata Blue
Behr
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Harbor Sky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Harbor Sky
#7EB6D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C87B6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Harbor Sky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Harbor Sky 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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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Harbor Sky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harbor Sky have?
Harbor Sky 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 Harbor Sky in your own space before committing.
What colors match Harbor Sky from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Harbor Sky are Clear Sailing by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Athenian Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Regale Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Harbor Sky'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 Harbor Sky?
Harbor Sky has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.4, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Harbor Sky's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.