Sticky Note Blue 50BG 33/360 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #38A1C5, 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.
Ref. #38A1C5 · 50BG 33/360
Sticky Note Blue
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Sticky Note Blue Technical Profile
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Sticky Note Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sticky Note Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSticky Note Blue
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsMajor Blue
Major Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Charybdis
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yosemite Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Charybdis
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Chaise
Behr
Nearly identical
Overboard
Kilz
Very similar
Pool Party
Valspar
Very similar
Perfect Puddle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Frozen Wave
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sticky Note Blue
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Sticky Note 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sticky Note Blue in your own space before committing.
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 near-identical match), Charybdis by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Charybdis by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Related Reading
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 Sticky Note Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.