Pacific Rim Blue 90BG 18/150 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5C778D, LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Providence from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #5C778D · 90BG 18/150
Pacific Rim Blue
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pacific Rim Blue Technical Profile
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Pacific Rim Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pacific Rim Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPacific Rim Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparProvidence
Providence
Valspar
Nearly identical
Arrowhead Lake
Behr
Very similar
Blue Depths
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bedford Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Stars & Stripes
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Depths
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ripped Jeans
Kilz
Very similar
Inky Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
San Miguel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pacific Rim Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Pacific Rim 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pacific Rim Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pacific Rim Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pacific Rim Blue are Providence by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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