Western Sky Blue 30BG 22/057 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #77858A, LRV 23 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Academy Gray from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #77858A · 30BG 22/057
Western Sky Blue
23%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Western Sky Blue Technical Profile
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Western Sky Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Western Sky Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGWestern Sky Blue
Nearly identical
ValsparAcademy Gray
Academy Gray
Valspar
Nearly identical
Felted Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Smokestack Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
December Nights
Kilz
Very similar
Atlantic Shoreline
Behr
Very similar
Shadow Effect
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Blustery Sky
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
London Road
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gothic Grey
Vista Paint
Very similar
Selvedge
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Western Sky Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Western Sky Blue
#77858A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858EAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Western Sky Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Western Sky 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 Western Sky 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.
Western Sky Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Western Sky Blue have?
Western Sky Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Western Sky Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Western Sky Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Western Sky Blue are Academy Gray by Valspar (a near-identical match), Felted Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Squirrel Grey by RAL (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Western Sky 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 Western Sky Blue?
Western Sky Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.5, 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 Western Sky Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.