Hush-a-bye 1238-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5397B7, estimated LRV 27 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Poolside from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5397B7 · 1238-5
Hush-a-bye
27%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Hush-a-bye Technical Profile
HEX Code#5397B7
RGB83, 151, 183
Estimated LRV27.4
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Hush-a-bye
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Poolside
Benjamin Moore
#5495B5
Close digital match
Honest Blue
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#4C96BB
Close digital match
Rushing Rapids
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#5E97B5
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#4F91AF
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#5A9EC0
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#6AA1C1
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#6A90B4
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#3B83BD
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Colors That Work With Hush-a-bye
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hush-a-bye
#5397B7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8089B2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hush-a-bye
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hush-a-bye 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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Hush-a-bye — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hush-a-bye have?
Hush-a-bye by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Hush-a-bye from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hush-a-bye are Poolside by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Honest Blue by Behr (a close digital match), Rushing Rapids by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hush-a-bye'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 Hush-a-bye?
Hush-a-bye has a estimated lightness value of 27.4, 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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