Steel Blue 30BB 33/163 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8A9BB8, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Periwinkle Blossom from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #8A9BB8 · 30BB 33/163
Steel Blue
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Steel Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#8A9BB8
RGB138, 155, 184
Estimated LRV32.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 →
Periwinkle Blossom
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#8B9AB9
Close digital match
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#8597B8
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Colors That Work With Steel Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Steel Blue
#8A9BB8
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Steel Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Steel 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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Steel Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Steel Blue have?
Steel Blue by PPG has a neutral 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 Steel Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Steel Blue are Periwinkle Blossom by Behr (a close digital match), Purple Wish by Kilz (a close digital match), Ash Violet by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Steel 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 Steel Blue?
Steel Blue has a estimated lightness value of 32.3, 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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