Chalky Blue
There is more to PPG Chalky Blue (PPG1153-5) than the swatch alone: its depth, undertones and setting all shape the final impression. Its blue and grey classifications hint at the directions it may take as daylight, lamps and neighboring colors move around it. Its related shades below reveal where the color harmonizes—and where contrast brings it fully to life.
Hex
#7b8f99LRV
27.00
Chalky Blue's Color Strip
Chalky Blue is the fifth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Chambray and Silent Night. The strip spans from Ice Castles at the lightest end to Sailor's Coat at the deepest. Color strip PPG1153 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Coordinating Colors
At LRV 66 vs 27, Alpaca Wool is decisively the brighter choice.
Trim Color
Oatmeal reflects far more light (LRV 76 vs 27), opening up a space where Chalky Blue encloses it.
Delicate White reflects far more light (LRV 88 vs 27), opening up a space where Chalky Blue encloses it.
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Manufacturer description
Chalky Blue is a saturated, shaded, stormy blue with a navy undertone. It is a perfect paint color for a monochromatic look. Pair it with deeper blue-gray and black accents.