Planetarium 1242-6 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #1C70AD, estimated 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.
PPG · #1C70AD · 1242-6
Planetarium
15%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Planetarium Technical Profile
HEX Code#1C70AD
RGB28, 112, 173
Estimated LRV14.9
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyblue
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#2271B3
Close digital match
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#246CA6
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#016EA7
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Colors That Work With Planetarium
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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
Digital 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
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Planetarium — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Planetarium have?
Planetarium 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 Planetarium from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Planetarium are Sky Blue by RAL (a close digital match), Bowen Blue by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Bowen Blue by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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