Palest Morning Blue 70BG 68/038 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D2D8DE, estimated LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orchid Ash from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D2D8DE · 70BG 68/038
Palest Morning Blue
68%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Palest Morning Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#D2D8DE
RGB210, 216, 222
Estimated LRV68.1
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Palest Morning Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Palest Morning Blue
#D2D8DE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Palest Morning Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Palest Morning 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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Palest Morning Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Palest Morning Blue have?
Palest Morning Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Palest Morning Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Palest Morning Blue are Orchid Ash by Valspar (a close digital match), Moon Sail by Valspar (a close digital match), Mainsail by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Palest Morning 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 Palest Morning Blue?
Palest Morning Blue has a estimated lightness value of 68.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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