Kaleidoscope 1160-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8DA8BE, estimated 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.
PPG · #8DA8BE · 1160-4
Kaleidoscope
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Kaleidoscope Technical Profile
HEX Code#8DA8BE
RGB141, 168, 190
Estimated LRV37.4
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#8BA7BB
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#92ABBF
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#86A1B7
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Colors That Work With Kaleidoscope
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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
Digital 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
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Kaleidoscope — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kaleidoscope have?
Kaleidoscope 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 Kaleidoscope from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kaleidoscope are Notable Hue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Coventry Blue by Valspar (a close digital match), Cosmos by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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