Deep Blue Sea 540D-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #105D7B, LRV 9 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sea of Midnight from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #105D7B · 540D-7
Deep Blue Sea
9%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Deep Blue Sea Technical Profile
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Deep Blue Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Deep Blue Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDeep Blue Sea
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSea of Midnight
Sea of Midnight
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Job's Tears
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Adriatic Sea
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Chintz
Valspar
Nearly identical
Blue Velvet
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ribbon Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bermuda Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Jamaican Dream
PPG
Very similar
Harborside
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep Blue Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep Blue Sea
#105D7B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#33468B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep Blue Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep Blue 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 Deep Blue Sea.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep Blue Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep Blue Sea have?
Deep Blue Sea by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Deep Blue Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Deep Blue Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Deep Blue Sea are Sea of Midnight by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Job's Tears by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Job’s Tears by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Deep Blue 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 Deep Blue Sea?
Deep Blue Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.4, 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 Deep Blue Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.