Kaleidoscope 1160-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8DA8BE, LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Notable Hue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8DA8BE · 1160-4
Kaleidoscope
37%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kaleidoscope Technical Profile
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Kaleidoscope in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kaleidoscope in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGKaleidoscope
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsNotable Hue
Notable Hue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Coventry Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grayed Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Beecher Falls
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Paris
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Ballad
Kilz
Nearly identical
Denim Wash
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
John's Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Silver Skate
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kaleidoscope
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kaleidoscope
#8DA8BE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8587AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kaleidoscope
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kaleidoscope 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 Kaleidoscope.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kaleidoscope — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kaleidoscope have?
Kaleidoscope 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 Kaleidoscope in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kaleidoscope from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kaleidoscope are Notable Hue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Coventry Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cosmos by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kaleidoscope'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 Kaleidoscope?
Kaleidoscope has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.4, 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 Kaleidoscope's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.