Periwinkle Blue 30BB 33/235 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #809CC6, LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Camelot from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #809CC6 · 30BB 33/235
Periwinkle Blue
32%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Periwinkle Blue Technical Profile
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Periwinkle Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Periwinkle Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPeriwinkle Blue
Nearly identical
BehrCamelot
Camelot
Behr
Nearly identical
South Port
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lake Periwinkle
Kilz
Nearly identical
Steel Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Himalaya Sky
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Shock
Valspar
Very similar
Ocean City
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lobelia
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Neptune'S Folly
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Periwinkle Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Periwinkle 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Periwinkle Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Periwinkle Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Periwinkle Blue are Camelot by Behr (a near-identical match), South Port by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lake Periwinkle by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Periwinkle Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.