Prairie Kitchen Blue 30BB 22/144 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #718099, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Searching Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #718099 · 30BB 22/144
Prairie Kitchen Blue
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Prairie Kitchen Blue Technical Profile
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Prairie Kitchen Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Prairie Kitchen Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPrairie Kitchen Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSearching Blue
Searching Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lustrous Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tranquil Pond
Behr
Very similar
North Beach Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Luxe
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bay View
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Guest Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Pale Orchid
Vista Paint
Very similar
Madonna Blue
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Pigeon Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Prairie Kitchen Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prairie Kitchen Blue
#718099
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prairie Kitchen Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prairie Kitchen 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 Prairie Kitchen Blue.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Prairie Kitchen Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prairie Kitchen Blue have?
Prairie Kitchen Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Prairie Kitchen Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Prairie Kitchen Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Prairie Kitchen Blue are Searching Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Lustrous Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Tranquil Pond by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Prairie Kitchen 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 Prairie Kitchen Blue?
Prairie Kitchen Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Prairie Kitchen Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.