Ocean Abyss MQ6-1 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #29565C, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deep Emerald from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #29565C · MQ6-1
Ocean Abyss
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Abyss Technical Profile
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Ocean Abyss in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ocean Abyss in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrOcean Abyss
Nearly identical
PPGDeep Emerald
Deep Emerald
PPG
Nearly identical
Deep Sea Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dance Teal Dawn
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Classic Teal
Valspar
Nearly identical
Deep Sea Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Petrol Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Deep Sea Dive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Very similar
Azure Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Abyss
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Abyss
#29565C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#475771
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Abyss
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Abyss 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 Ocean Abyss.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ocean Abyss — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Abyss have?
Ocean Abyss 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 Ocean Abyss in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ocean Abyss from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Abyss are Deep Emerald by PPG (a near-identical match), Deep Sea Dream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Dance Teal Dawn by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ocean Abyss'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 Ocean Abyss?
Ocean Abyss has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.9, 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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Related Reading
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 Ocean Abyss's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.