Kentucky Blue 30GG 43/119 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #97B6AD, estimated 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.
PPG · #97B6AD · 30GG 43/119
Kentucky Blue
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Kentucky Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#97B6AD
RGB151, 182, 173
Estimated LRV43.1
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 Familyneutral
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 →
Valley Haze
Valspar
#96B7AF
Close digital match
Covington Blue
Benjamin Moore
#94B6AD
Close digital match
Opal Silk
Behr
#9DB9B2
Close digital match
Treetop
Dunn-Edwards
#91B6AC
Close digital match
Vintage Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
#94B2A6
Close digital match
Lady Liberty
Dutch Boy
#93B9AF
Close digital match
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#90B1A3
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#90B0A2
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Colors That Work With Kentucky Blue
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Kentucky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kentucky Blue are Valley Haze by Valspar (a close digital match), Covington Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), St Lucia Teal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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