Innuendo 1165-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A4B0C4, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ballroom Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A4B0C4 · 1165-4
Innuendo
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Innuendo Technical Profile
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Innuendo in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Innuendo in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGInnuendo
Nearly identical
BehrBallroom Blue
Ballroom Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Precious Stone
Valspar
Nearly identical
Alchemist Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spacious Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sunrise
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Musical Play
Kilz
Very similar
Purpley Puff
Vista Paint
Very similar
Solitude
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Hirshfield's
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 Innuendo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Innuendo
#A4B0C4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Innuendo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Innuendo 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 Innuendo.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Innuendo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Innuendo have?
Innuendo by PPG has a neutral 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 Innuendo in your own space before committing.
What colors match Innuendo from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Innuendo are Ballroom Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Precious Stone by Valspar (a near-identical match), Hydrangea Blossom by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Innuendo'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 Innuendo?
Innuendo has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.9, 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 Innuendo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.