Mediterranean Blue 1236-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #0090A8, estimated LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Bliss from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #0090A8 · 1236-7
Mediterranean Blue
23%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Mediterranean Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#0090A8
RGB0, 144, 168
Estimated LRV22.8
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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Colors That Work With Mediterranean Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mediterranean Blue
#0090A8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#2C5BAF
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mediterranean Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mediterranean 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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Mediterranean Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mediterranean Blue have?
Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mediterranean Blue are Blue Bliss by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Blue Bliss by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Navajo Turquoise by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mediterranean 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 Mediterranean Blue?
Mediterranean Blue has a estimated lightness value of 22.8, 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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