Pacific Coast Blue 18BG 47/282 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6AC1D2, estimated LRV 46 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Madison Avenue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #6AC1D2 · 18BG 47/282
Pacific Coast Blue
46%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Pacific Coast Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#6AC1D2
RGB106, 193, 210
Estimated LRV45.9
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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#6CC1CF
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Colors That Work With Pacific Coast Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pacific Coast Blue
#6AC1D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#788EBA
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pacific Coast Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pacific Coast 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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Pacific Coast Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pacific Coast Blue have?
Pacific Coast 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 Pacific Coast Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pacific Coast Blue are Madison Avenue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Swan Lake by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Enchanted Evening by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pacific Coast 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 Pacific Coast Blue?
Pacific Coast Blue has a estimated lightness value of 45.9, 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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