Ref. #006A93 · 1238-7
Port Au Prince
12%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Port Au Prince Technical Profile
What color is Port Au Prince? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #006A93. Colors similar to Port Au Prince include Valspar Oh So Vo, MPC Aquavert, Vista Paint Ahoy! Blue. Port Au Prince has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 12, Port Au Prince creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Port Au Prince
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Port Au Prince
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Port Au Prince
#006A93
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#28429E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Port Au Prince
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Port Au Prince 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 Port Au Prince.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Port Au Prince — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Port Au Prince have?
Port Au Prince by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Port Au Prince from other brands?
The closest matches are Oh So Vo by Valspar (#016892), Aquavert by MPC (#006D95), Ahoy! Blue by Vista Paint (#006C92). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Port Au Prince?
Port Au Prince has an LRV of 12.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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