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Glidden Suddenly Sapphire

PPG1242-7 · #1A5897 · LRV ~9.4

Closest tone in another brand: PPG Suddenly Sapphire (~96% proximity)

Suddenly Sapphire (PPG1242-7) is a deep blue from Glidden, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 9.4 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is PPG Suddenly Sapphire (~96% proximity).

Closest tone to Suddenly Sapphire in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

9.4 · Very dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

PPG1242-7

HEX

#1A5897

RGB

26, 88, 151

HSL

210°, 71%, 35%

Family

Blues

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Suddenly Sapphire FAQ

What is the LRV of Suddenly Sapphire?

Suddenly Sapphire has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 9.4 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Suddenly Sapphire in other brands?

PPG: Suddenly Sapphire (PPG1242-7), ~96% proximity; Behr: Beacon Blue (P510-7), ~95% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Follow My Blue Bliss (DEFD52), ~94% proximity; Valspar: Miracle at Wrigley (8001-45G), ~94% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Dark Royal Blue (2065-20), ~89% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Frank Blue (SW 6967), ~88% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Honorable Blue (HGSW6811), ~78% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Cook's Blue (No. 237), ~43% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Suddenly Sapphire?

The HEX code of Suddenly Sapphire (PPG1242-7) is #1A5897, RGB 26, 88, 151. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.