Dark Sea ECC-33-3 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #4C5560, LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dutch Licorice from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4C5560 · ECC-33-3
Dark Sea
9%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Sea Technical Profile
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Dark Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDark Sea
Nearly identical
ValsparDutch Licorice
Dutch Licorice
Valspar
Nearly identical
Thunderstorm
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Onyx Shade
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mineral Gray
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Soothing Sapphire
PPG
Very similar
Seal Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Kettle Black
Kilz
Very similar
Evening Dove
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Blue Steel
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Stiffkey Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Sea
#4C5560
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5B5986
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Sea Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Dark Sea.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Sea have?
Dark Sea by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Sea are Dutch Licorice by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gotham Gray by Valspar (a near-identical match), Thunderstorm by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Sea's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Dark Sea?
Dark Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 8.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Sea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.