Kingfisher Blue 16BG 17/342 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #007D92, estimated LRV 17 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is By the Bayou from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #007D92 · 16BG 17/342
Kingfisher Blue
17%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Kingfisher Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#007D92
RGB0, 125, 146
Estimated LRV16.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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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#007B90
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#017C8F
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Parrot Flight
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#017B92
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Colors That Work With Kingfisher Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kingfisher Blue
#007D92
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#27519E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kingfisher Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kingfisher 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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Kingfisher Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kingfisher Blue have?
Kingfisher Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Kingfisher Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kingfisher Blue are By the Bayou by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Caribbean Blue Water by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Parrot Flight by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Kingfisher 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 Kingfisher Blue?
Kingfisher Blue has a estimated lightness value of 16.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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