Kentucky Blue 30GG 43/119 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #97B6AD, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Valley Haze from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97B6AD · 30GG 43/119
Kentucky Blue
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Kentucky Blue Technical Profile
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Kentucky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kentucky Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGKentucky Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparValley Haze
Valley Haze
Valspar
Nearly identical
Covington Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Opal Silk
Behr
Nearly identical
Treetop
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Vintage Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lady Liberty
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Longfellow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Longfellow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Foggy Promenade
Kilz
Very similar
Water .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kentucky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kentucky Blue
#97B6AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A5AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kentucky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kentucky 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Kentucky Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kentucky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kentucky Blue have?
Kentucky Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Kentucky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kentucky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kentucky Blue are Valley Haze by Valspar (a near-identical match), Covington Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), St Lucia Teal by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kentucky 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 Kentucky Blue?
Kentucky Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.1, 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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Why Kentucky Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.