Pacific Rim Blue 90BG 18/150 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5C778D, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Providence from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5C778D · 90BG 18/150
Pacific Rim Blue
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pacific Rim Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#5C778D
RGB92, 119, 141
Estimated LRV17.4
UndertoneNeutral
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Providence
Valspar
#5A7589
Close digital match
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#58728A
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#5A7187
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#4F748D
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#5A738F
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#596F85
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#507A98
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#4E7287
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#527585
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#606E8C
Visible digital difference
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#6A7C80
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Pacific Rim Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pacific Rim Blue
#5C778D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#777AA5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pacific Rim Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pacific Rim 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 Rim Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pacific Rim Blue have?
Pacific Rim Blue by PPG has a neutral 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 Rim Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pacific Rim Blue are Providence by Valspar (a close digital match), Veranda Blue by Valspar (a very close match), Arrowhead Lake by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Pacific Rim 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 Rim Blue?
Pacific Rim Blue has a estimated lightness value of 17.4, 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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