Smoke Blue 1156-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #53778F, estimated LRV 17 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bedford Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #53778F · 1156-5
Smoke Blue
17%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Smoke Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#53778F
RGB83, 119, 143
Estimated LRV17.0
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 →
Bedford Blue
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#4F748D
Close digital match
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#52788E
Close digital match
Beach View
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#4B748D
Close digital match
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#5A7589
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#4E7287
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#527585
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Colors That Work With Smoke Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Smoke Blue
#53778F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7378A2
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Smoke Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Smoke 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
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Smoke Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Smoke Blue have?
Smoke Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Smoke Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoke Blue are Bedford Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Cayman Bay by Behr (a close digital match), Beach View by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Smoke 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 Smoke Blue?
Smoke Blue has a estimated lightness value of 17.0, 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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