Stunning Sapphire 1158-7 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #185887, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shasta Lake from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #185887 · 1158-7
Stunning Sapphire
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Stunning Sapphire Technical Profile
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Stunning Sapphire in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stunning Sapphire in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGStunning Sapphire
Nearly identical
BehrShasta Lake
Shasta Lake
Behr
Nearly identical
Capri Blue
RAL
Nearly identical
Wavy Navy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
California Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Glacier Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bandana
Valspar
Very similar
Lapis
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blueblood
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rich Cobalt
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Luxurious Blue
Kilz
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stunning Sapphire
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stunning Sapphire
#185887
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#3D4495
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Stunning Sapphire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stunning Sapphire 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 Stunning Sapphire.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Stunning Sapphire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stunning Sapphire have?
Stunning Sapphire by PPG has a neutral 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 Stunning Sapphire in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stunning Sapphire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stunning Sapphire are Shasta Lake by Behr (a near-identical match), Capri Blue by RAL (a near-identical match), Wavy Navy by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stunning Sapphire'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 Stunning Sapphire?
Stunning Sapphire has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.9, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Stunning Sapphire's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.