Noble Blue 50BB 18/216 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #63729A, estimated LRV 17 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ocean Night from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #63729A · 50BB 18/216
Noble Blue
17%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Noble Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#63729A
RGB99, 114, 154
Estimated LRV17.0
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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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#637195
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Colors That Work With Noble Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Noble Blue
#63729A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D83AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Noble Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Noble 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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Noble Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Noble Blue have?
Noble Blue by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Noble Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Noble Blue are Ocean Night by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Indi-Blue by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Inky Glaze by Dutch Boy (a very close match) — the best options for getting Noble 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 Noble Blue?
Noble Blue has a estimated lightness value of 17.0, 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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