Ref. #1E8EA1 · 1235-6
Safe Harbor
22%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Safe Harbor Technical Profile
What color is Safe Harbor? It's a deep cool blue with the hex code #1E8EA1. Colors similar to Safe Harbor include Vista Paint Blue Bliss, Hirshfield's Blue Bliss, Benjamin Moore Meridian Blue. Safe Harbor has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Safe Harbor 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 Safe Harbor
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Safe Harbor
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Safe Harbor
#1E8EA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#476BAB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Safe Harbor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Safe Harbor 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 Safe Harbor.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Safe Harbor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Safe Harbor have?
Safe Harbor by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Safe Harbor from other brands?
The closest matches are Blue Bliss by Vista Paint (#0091A8), Blue Bliss by Hirshfield's (#0092AA), Meridian Blue by Benjamin Moore (#0594A8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Safe Harbor?
Safe Harbor has an LRV of 22.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Safe Harbor's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.