Harper's Blue 70BG 43/103 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9CB1BF, estimated LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rainy Sidewalk from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #9CB1BF · 70BG 43/103
Harper's Blue
42%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Harper's Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#9CB1BF
RGB156, 177, 191
Estimated LRV42.3
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Harper's Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Rainy Sidewalk
Behr
#9BB0BE
Close digital match
Grand Bay
Vista Paint
#9FB4C1
Close digital match
Water Splash
Kilz
#9AAEBD
Close digital match
In the Blue
Hirshfield's
#9EB0BB
Close digital match
Faded Flaxflower
Sherwin-Williams
#9EB4C0
Close digital match
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
#98ACBA
Close digital match
Country Air
Dunn-Edwards
#9FB6C6
Close digital match
Winter Lake
Benjamin Moore
#9DAEB8
Close digital match
Palisade Blue
Valspar
#A5B8C6
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Stonewash Blue
Dutch Boy
#9FB4BD
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Dream .03
Colorhouse
#B4CBD9
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Colors That Work With Harper's Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Harper's Blue
#9CB1BF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8589AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Harper's Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Harper's 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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Harper's Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Harper's Blue have?
Harper's Blue by PPG has a neutral 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 Harper's Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Harper's Blue are Rainy Sidewalk by Behr (a close digital match), Cloudless Day by Behr (a close digital match), Grand Bay by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Harper's 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 Harper's Blue?
Harper's Blue has a estimated lightness value of 42.3, 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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