Touch Of Blue 1242-2 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C2D7E9, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Summer Sky from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2D7E9 · 1242-2
Touch Of Blue
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Touch Of Blue Technical Profile
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Touch Of Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Touch Of Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGTouch Of Blue
Nearly identical
BehrSummer Sky
Summer Sky
Behr
Nearly identical
Jet Stream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Wipeout
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fluid Blue
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Escape
Valspar
Nearly identical
Idyllic Blue
Kilz
Nearly identical
Two Harbors
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Surf's Surprise
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wondrous Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Kakelugn
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Touch Of Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Touch Of Blue
#C2D7E9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C7EB6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Touch Of Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Touch Of 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 Touch Of 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.
Touch Of Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Touch Of Blue have?
Touch Of Blue 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 Touch Of Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Touch Of Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Touch Of Blue are Summer Sky by Behr (a near-identical match), Celestial Light by Behr (a near-identical match), Jet Stream by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Touch Of 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 Touch Of Blue?
Touch Of Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.0, 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
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 Touch Of Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.