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PPG Blue Bayou (PPG1149-5)

Best Sellerteal

HEX

#5D8B97

RGB

93, 139, 151

LRV

18

Code

PPG1149-5

Overview

PPG Blue Bayou (PPG1149-5) is a cool teal paint color with a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18. Dark — creates dramatic, cozy atmosphere. This best-selling shade works beautifully in accent wall and front door settings and pairs well with Eclectic design styles.

Color Specifications

  • HEX code: #5D8B97 | RGB: 93, 139, 151
  • Light Reflectance Value (LRV): 18 — Dark — creates dramatic, cozy atmosphere
  • Undertone: Cool — creates a crisp, clean feel
  • Color family: Teal
  • Best for: accent wall, front door, powder room, home office
  • Design styles: Eclectic, Contemporary

Why Choose This Color

  • Blue Bayou is one of the most searched PPG colors for interior and exterior projects
  • With an LRV of 18, it absorbs light, creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere
  • The cool undertone makes it refreshing and modern in south-facing rooms
  • Interior designers frequently recommend Blue Bayou for Eclectic and Contemporary aesthetics

How to Use This Color

  1. 1Test Blue Bayou with a sample pot or peel-and-stick swatch before committing — colors look different under various lighting
  2. 2Observe the sample at different times of day: morning (cool light), afternoon (warm light), and evening (artificial light)
  3. 3Consider the room's orientation: north-facing rooms make colors appear cooler, south-facing rooms warmer
  4. 4Pair with a lighter ceiling color to balance the depth
  5. 5For the best coverage, use PPG's recommended primer and apply 2 coats

Tags

ppgtealcoollrv-18accent-wallfront-doorpowder-roomhome-officeeclecticcontemporary

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Frequently Asked Questions

PPG Blue Bayou (PPG1149-5) is a cool teal paint color with an LRV of 18. It's one of the brand's best-selling colors, ideal for accent wall and front door spaces.