Periwinkle Blue 30BB 33/235 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #809CC6, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Camelot from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #809CC6 · 30BB 33/235
Periwinkle Blue
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Periwinkle Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#809CC6
RGB128, 156, 198
Estimated LRV32.4
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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Compare alternatives to Periwinkle Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Camelot
Behr
#819AC0
Close digital match
South Port
Vista Paint
#7D98C4
Close digital match
Lake Periwinkle
Kilz
#7E9EC5
Close digital match
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Benjamin Moore
#889FC0
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#7498BE
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Colors That Work With Periwinkle Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Periwinkle Blue
#809CC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8682B0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Periwinkle Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Periwinkle 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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Periwinkle Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Periwinkle Blue have?
Periwinkle 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 Periwinkle Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Periwinkle Blue are Camelot by Behr (a close digital match), South Port by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Lake Periwinkle by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Periwinkle 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 Periwinkle Blue?
Periwinkle Blue has a estimated lightness value of 32.4, 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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