Rainbow Bright 1243-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #2863AD, estimated LRV 12 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Sea from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #2863AD · 1243-7
Rainbow Bright
12%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Rainbow Bright Technical Profile
HEX Code#2863AD
RGB40, 99, 173
Estimated LRV12.4
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
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 →
Blue Sea
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#2D61AD
Close digital match
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#3963A4
Similar digital color
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#326AB1
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Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Rainbow Bright
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rainbow Bright
#2863AD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B56B2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rainbow Bright
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rainbow Bright 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rainbow Bright — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rainbow Bright have?
Rainbow Bright by PPG has a cool (violet) 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 Rainbow Bright from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rainbow Bright are Blue Sea by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Mosaic by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Dover Straits by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Rainbow Bright'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 Rainbow Bright?
Rainbow Bright has a estimated lightness value of 12.4, 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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