Midship Blue 30BB 14/173 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #536784, LRV 13 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Luxe Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #536784 · 30BB 14/173
Midship Blue
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Midship Blue Technical Profile
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Midship Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Midship Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMidship Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsLuxe Blue
Luxe Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dashing Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Admiral Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Atlantic Schooner
Valspar
Nearly identical
Purpling
Kilz
Nearly identical
Evening Symphony
Behr
Very similar
Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Distant Blue
RAL
Very similar
Pleasant Lake
Vista Paint
Very similar
Blue Jacket
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Midship Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midship Blue
#536784
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#716D9D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midship Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midship 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 Midship 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.
Midship Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midship Blue have?
Midship Blue by PPG has a neutral 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 Midship Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Midship Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midship Blue are Luxe Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dashing Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Admiral Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Midship 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 Midship Blue?
Midship Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.2, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Midship Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.