Sonata 1157-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ABC8D8, LRV 55 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Northern Sky Blue from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ABC8D8 · 1157-3
Sonata
55%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sonata Technical Profile
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Sonata in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sonata in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSonata
Nearly identical
ValsparNorthern Sky Blue
Northern Sky Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dancing in the Rain
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sea View
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dancing in the Rain
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soft Chambray
Kilz
Nearly identical
Vast Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Tender Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Opal Waters
Behr
Very similar
Peace River
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sonata
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sonata
#ABC8D8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8389AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sonata
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sonata 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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More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sonata — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sonata have?
Sonata 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 Sonata in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sonata from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sonata are Northern Sky Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Dancing in the Rain by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Sea View by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sonata'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 Sonata?
Sonata has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sonata's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.