Ref. #84A4B1 · 750F-4
Raging Sea
30%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Raging Sea Technical Profile
What color is Raging Sea? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #84A4B1. Colors similar to Raging Sea include Benjamin Moore Cable Knit Sweater, Dunn-Edwards Lake Winnipeg, Benjamin Moore Franklin Lakes. Raging Sea has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 30 gives Raging Sea depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with cool whites like Chantilly Lace, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Brass accents add warmth for a layered look. Blues stay crisp under 4000K+ cool LEDs. Under 2700K warm bulbs they can read grayer or shift slightly purple — particularly true for mid-tone and saturated blues.
Colors Similar to Raging Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cable Knit Sweater
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lake Winnipeg
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Powder Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Abstract Idea
Kilz
Very similar
Summerhouse Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Serene Stream
PPG
Very similar
Meetinghouse Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Meetinghouse Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Raging Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Raging Sea
#84A4B1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#858DAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Raging Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Raging 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 Raging 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.
Raging Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Raging Sea have?
Raging Sea by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Raging Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are Cable Knit Sweater by Benjamin Moore (#84A1AE), Lake Winnipeg by Dunn-Edwards (#80A1B0), Franklin Lakes by Benjamin Moore (#85A1AC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Raging Sea?
Raging Sea has an LRV of 30.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Raging Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.