Smoke Blue 1156-5 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #53778F, 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.
Ref. #53778F · 1156-5
Smoke Blue
17%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Smoke Blue Technical Profile
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Smoke Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Smoke Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSmoke Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBedford Blue
Bedford Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cayman Bay
Behr
Nearly identical
Beach View
Kilz
Nearly identical
Providence
Valspar
Very similar
Inky Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
San Miguel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ahoy Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blue Depths
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Zenith
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pea Flower Tea
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Distant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Smoke Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Smoke 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Smoke Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Smoke Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Smoke Blue are Bedford Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Cayman Bay by Behr (a near-identical match), Beach View by Kilz (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Smoke Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.