Salem Blue 1239-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #66A9D3, LRV 36 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Brittany Blue from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #66A9D3 · 1239-4
Salem Blue
36%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Salem Blue Technical Profile
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Salem Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Salem Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSalem Blue
Nearly identical
BehrBrittany Blue
Brittany Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Robin's Egg
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Skyscape
Valspar
Nearly identical
Marina
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Robin's Egg
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Blue Belle Island
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Azure Pool
Kilz
Very similar
Blue Morning Glory
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Jacaranda
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salem Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salem Blue
#66A9D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#777FBB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salem Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salem 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 Salem Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Salem Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salem Blue have?
Salem Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Salem Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Salem Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Salem Blue are Brittany Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Robin's Egg by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Skyscape by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Salem 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 Salem Blue?
Salem Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.9, 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 Salem Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.