Kingfisher Blue 16BG 17/342 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #007D92, 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.
Ref. #007D92 · 16BG 17/342
Kingfisher Blue
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Kingfisher Blue Technical Profile
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Kingfisher Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kingfisher Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGKingfisher Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBy the Bayou
By the Bayou
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Caribbean Blue Water
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Parrot Flight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Calypso Blue
Behr
Very similar
Blue Door
Kilz
Very similar
Cruising
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wish Upon a Star
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Marine
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Dream .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Water Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kingfisher Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Kingfisher Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Kingfisher Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kingfisher Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kingfisher Blue are By the Bayou by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Caribbean Blue Water by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Parrot Flight by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Kingfisher Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.