Union Blue 70BG 15/076 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #606E77, LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Lagoon from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #606E77 · 70BG 15/076
Union Blue
15%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Union Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Union Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGUnion Blue
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sDeep Lagoon
Deep Lagoon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Deep Lagoon
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Smoky Pitch
Valspar
Nearly identical
Slate Tile
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Blue Spruce
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Deep Charcoal
Kilz
Very similar
Wharf View
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Flint Stone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Summer Storm
Behr
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Union Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Union Blue
#606E77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D729D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Union Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Union 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 Union Blue.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Union Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Union Blue have?
Union Blue by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Union Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Union Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Union Blue are Deep Lagoon by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Deep Lagoon by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Smoky Pitch by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Union 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 Union Blue?
Union Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.0, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Union Blue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.