Plymouth Blue 13-27 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #295266, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Seawater Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #295266 · 13-27
Plymouth Blue
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Plymouth Blue Technical Profile
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Plymouth Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plymouth Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPlymouth Blue
Nearly identical
Dutch BoySeawater Blue
Seawater Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Midnight In The Tropics
Behr
Nearly identical
Marea Baja
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Teal Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Navy Teal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Slate Teal
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Boisterous Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Day Spa
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Azure Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Harborside
Kilz
Visible difference
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plymouth Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plymouth Blue
#295266
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#48517A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plymouth Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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.
Plymouth Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plymouth Blue have?
Plymouth Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Plymouth Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plymouth Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plymouth Blue are Seawater Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Midnight In The Tropics by Behr (a near-identical match), Deep Breath by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Plymouth 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 Plymouth Blue?
Plymouth Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.5, 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 Plymouth Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.