Planetarium 1242-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #1C70AD, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sky Blue from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #1C70AD · 1242-6
Planetarium
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Planetarium Technical Profile
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Planetarium in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Planetarium in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPlanetarium
Nearly identical
RALSky Blue
Sky Blue
RAL
Nearly identical
Bowen Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bowen Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Blue Chip
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Beautiful Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Paddington Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lovely Lapis
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Peek-A-Boo Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Sailors Bay
Behr
Very similar
Triumph Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Planetarium
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Planetarium
#1C70AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4750B5
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Planetarium
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Planetarium 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 Planetarium.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Planetarium — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Planetarium have?
Planetarium 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 Planetarium in your own space before committing.
What colors match Planetarium from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Planetarium are Sky Blue by RAL (a near-identical match), Bowen Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Bowen Blue by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Planetarium'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 Planetarium?
Planetarium has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.9, 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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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 Planetarium's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.