Sticky Note Blue 50BG 33/360 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #38A1C5, estimated LRV 30 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Major Blue from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #38A1C5 · 50BG 33/360
Sticky Note Blue
30%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sticky Note Blue Technical Profile
HEX Code#38A1C5
RGB56, 161, 197
Estimated LRV30.4
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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Compare alternatives to Sticky Note Blue
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#289EC4
Close digital match
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#1DA1C9
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#18A2C9
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#16A3CB
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#43A5C6
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Colors That Work With Sticky Note Blue
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sticky Note Blue
#38A1C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7686BA
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sticky Note Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sticky Note 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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Sticky Note Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sticky Note Blue have?
Sticky Note 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 Sticky Note Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sticky Note Blue are Major Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Charybdis by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Charybdis by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sticky Note 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 Sticky Note Blue?
Sticky Note Blue has a estimated lightness value of 30.4, 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 Sticky Note Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.