Sanctuary Blue 90BG 48/057 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B1BAC3, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Adirondack from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B1BAC3 · 90BG 48/057
Sanctuary Blue
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sanctuary Blue Technical Profile
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Sanctuary Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sanctuary Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSanctuary Blue
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAdirondack
Adirondack
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Manor Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lakeside
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hazy Skies
Behr
Nearly identical
Courtyard Shadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Taboo Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Dolphin Dance
Vista Paint
Very similar
Parma Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Cystern
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Platinum Ring
Kilz
Very similar
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sanctuary Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sanctuary Blue
#B1BAC3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8585AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sanctuary Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sanctuary 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 Sanctuary Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sanctuary Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sanctuary Blue have?
Sanctuary Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sanctuary Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sanctuary Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sanctuary Blue are Adirondack by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Manor Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lakeside by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sanctuary 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 Sanctuary Blue?
Sanctuary Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sanctuary Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.