Nocturnal Sea 570D-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #173F67, LRV 7 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Delft Blue from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #173F67 · 570D-7
Nocturnal Sea
7%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nocturnal Sea Technical Profile
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Nocturnal Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nocturnal Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrNocturnal Sea
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDelft Blue
Delft Blue
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Symphony Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Honorable Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Encore
Valspar
Very similar
Prairie Night
Vista Paint
Very similar
Traffic Blue
RAL
Very similar
Blue Tang
PPG
Very similar
Indigo
Kilz
Very similar
Nautical
Dunn-Edwards
Visible difference
Florida Waters
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nocturnal Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nocturnal Sea
#173F67
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#37377A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nocturnal Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal 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.
Nocturnal Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nocturnal Sea have?
Nocturnal Sea by Behr has a neutral 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 Nocturnal Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nocturnal Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nocturnal Sea are Delft Blue by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Symphony Blue by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Honorable Blue by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Nocturnal 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 Nocturnal Sea?
Nocturnal Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.0, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nocturnal Sea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.