Valor 1244-3 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A3BCDB, estimated LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Delicate Blue from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A3BCDB · 1244-3
Valor
49%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Valor Technical Profile
HEX Code#A3BCDB
RGB163, 188, 219
Estimated LRV48.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Valor
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Delicate Blue
Kilz
#A2BBDA
Close digital match
Sail into the Horizon
Vista Paint
#A3BBDB
Close digital match
Sail into the Horizon
Hirshfield's
#A3BBDC
Close digital match
Swiss Blue
Benjamin Moore
#A4C2E4
Close digital match
Blue Galaxy
Valspar
#ABBFDE
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Chivalrous
Behr
#ADC0DC
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Misted Eve
Dunn-Edwards
#A2B7CF
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Celestial
Sherwin-Williams
#97B3D0
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John's Blue
Dutch Boy
#97B2CD
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Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
#A1B8CA
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Dream .03
Colorhouse
#B4CBD9
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Valor
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Valor
#A3BCDB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#817EB4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Valor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Valor 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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Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Valor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Valor have?
Valor by PPG has a neutral 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 Valor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Valor are Delicate Blue by Kilz (a close digital match), Sail into the Horizon by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Sail into the Horizon by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Valor'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 Valor?
Valor has a estimated lightness value of 48.9, 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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