Ocean Swell PPU25-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #727C7E, LRV 20 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Foggy Day from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #727C7E · PPU25-19
Ocean Swell
20%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Swell Technical Profile
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Ocean Swell in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ocean Swell in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrOcean Swell
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsFoggy Day
Foggy Day
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rhinoceros
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Phantom
PPG
Nearly identical
Steep Cliff Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rio Bravo
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Almost Charcoal
Valspar
Very similar
Classic Movie
Kilz
Very similar
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Polar Pond
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Industrialized
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Squirrel Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Swell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Swell
#727C7E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7C8AA7
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Swell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Swell 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 Swell.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ocean Swell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Swell have?
Ocean Swell by Behr has a cool (blue) 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 Ocean Swell in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ocean Swell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Swell are Foggy Day by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Rhinoceros by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Phantom by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ocean Swell'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 Swell?
Ocean Swell has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.5, 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 Swell's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.