PPG Dragonfly
PPG1162-7 · #304A77 · LRV ~6.9
Closest tone in another brand: Glidden Dragonfly (~99% proximity)Dragonfly (PPG1162-7) is a deep blue from PPG, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 6.9 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Glidden Dragonfly (~99% proximity).
Closest tone to Dragonfly in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
6.9 · Very dark
Temperature
Cool
Code
PPG1162-7
HEX
#304A77
RGB
48, 74, 119
HSL
218°, 43%, 33%
Family
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Dragonfly FAQ
What is the LRV of Dragonfly?
Dragonfly has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 6.9 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 Dragonfly in other brands?
Glidden: Dragonfly (PPG1162-7), ~99% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Nautical (DEA139), ~92% proximity; Valspar: Sapphire Earrings (M240), ~92% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Blueberry Hill (812), ~92% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Honorable Blue (SW 6811), ~90% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Honorable Blue (HGSW6811), ~90% proximity; Behr: Tanzanite (P530-7), ~89% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), ~60% 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 Dragonfly?
The HEX code of Dragonfly (PPG1162-7) is #304A77, RGB 48, 74, 119. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.