Marine Blue 88GG 32/346 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #1FA4AE, LRV 30 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tropical Twist from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1FA4AE · 88GG 32/346
Marine Blue
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Marine Blue Technical Profile
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Marine Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Marine Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMarine Blue
Nearly identical
KilzTropical Twist
Tropical Twist
Kilz
Nearly identical
Exotic Sea
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peacock Teal
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Riviera
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aruba Blue
Behr
Very similar
Aquarium
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
San Jose Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Brookside
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pleasant Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Marine Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marine Blue
#1FA4AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4B79B5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marine Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marine 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 Marine 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.
Marine Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marine Blue have?
Marine 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 Marine Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Marine Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marine Blue are Tropical Twist by Kilz (a near-identical match), Exotic Sea by Valspar (a near-identical match), Peacock Teal by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Marine 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 Marine Blue?
Marine Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Marine Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.