Xavier Blue 1240-4 is a blue paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6AB4E0, LRV 41 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea to Shining Sea from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6AB4E0 · 1240-4
Xavier Blue
41%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Xavier Blue Technical Profile
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Xavier Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Xavier Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGXavier Blue
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSea to Shining Sea
Sea to Shining Sea
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
BFF Blue
Valspar
Nearly identical
Robin's Egg
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sanctuary Spa
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Azure Pool
Kilz
Nearly identical
Robin's Egg
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Perfect Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cest La Vie
Behr
Very similar
Regale Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lobster
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Xavier Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Xavier Blue
#6AB4E0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#717BC1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Xavier Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Xavier 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 Xavier 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.
Xavier Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Xavier Blue have?
Xavier Blue by PPG has a cool (blue) 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 Xavier Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Xavier Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Xavier Blue are Sea to Shining Sea by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), BFF Blue by Valspar (a near-identical match), Robin's Egg by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Xavier 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 Xavier Blue?
Xavier Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Xavier Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.