Cavalry PPG 1041-7

Cavalry LRV and undertone

PPG Cavalry (PPG1041-7) has an LRV of 7, placing it firmly in the dark range. Light reflectance value measures how much visible light a painted surface reflects. At this low level, Cavalry reflects little light and can make walls appear substantially darker than mid-tone or light paints. Its color family is blue, with a calculated cool blue undertone. The hex value is #3F4C5A. These properties describe its measured color direction, although lighting and surrounding finishes can change how the color appears in a particular room.

Cool daylight from a north-facing window can reinforce blue undertones, while stronger southern light may reveal more of the color’s visible variation. Because the LRV is low, assess whether the room has enough light for the intended coverage. A light-colored ceiling or trim can establish contrast against dark walls. Sample the paint on a large surface before deciding how it works across the room.

Cavalry in other brands

Benjamin Moore Hale Navy (HC-154) is the nearest listed cross-brand match, with an LRV of 8.36 and ΔE 2.1. The colors are close, but their difference should remain visible when samples are compared directly. Benjamin Moore Newburyport Blue (HC-155), at LRV 10.31 and ΔE 3.3, is also a close match with a measurable side-by-side difference. Behr Midnight Blue (N480-7) has an LRV of 9 and ΔE 4.6, making it only similar under the stated thresholds. Valspar Gotham Gray (4009-3), with an LRV of 4.69 and ΔE 4.8, also falls into the similar category.

ΔE 2000 describes measured color difference. Below 1 means near-identical; 1 to 2 means very close; and 2 to 4 means close but visibly different side by side. Above 4 means only similar. Therefore, the Benjamin Moore options are closer measured comparisons than the other listed alternatives.

Lighter and darker PPG alternatives

PPG Knight’s Armor (PPG1001-6) has an LRV of 11, making it lighter than Cavalry by four points. PPG Azalea Leaf (PPG1149-6), at LRV 13, reflects six points more light and may suit a room where a somewhat lighter wall is preferred. Both differ substantially in measured color, with ΔE values of 10.3 and 11.7, respectively.

For a darker option, PPG Black Magic (PPG1001-7) has an LRV of 4, three points below Cavalry. PPG Night Watch (PPG1145-7), at LRV 6, is one point darker. These alternatives reflect less light, although their ΔE values of 9.3 and 10.0 mean they are not close color matches. Compare samples under the room’s actual lighting before choosing.

Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on PPG’s page for Cavalry.