Sailor Boy 1164-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AEBBD0, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blue Tribute from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AEBBD0 · 1164-4
Sailor Boy
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sailor Boy Technical Profile
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Sailor Boy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sailor Boy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSailor Boy
Nearly identical
BehrBlue Tribute
Blue Tribute
Behr
Nearly identical
Penelope
Valspar
Nearly identical
Babbling Creek
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Salted Lavender
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Supremely Cool
Kilz
Very similar
Sunrise
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Babbling Creek
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spacious Sky
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sailor Boy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sailor Boy
#AEBBD0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sailor Boy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sailor Boy 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
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Sailor Boy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sailor Boy have?
Sailor Boy by PPG has a neutral 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 Sailor Boy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sailor Boy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sailor Boy are Blue Tribute by Behr (a near-identical match), Penelope by Valspar (a near-identical match), Movie Magic by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sailor Boy'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 Sailor Boy?
Sailor Boy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sailor Boy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.