Ref. #37515E · PPU13-20
Restless Sea
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Restless Sea Technical Profile
What color is Restless Sea? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #37515E. Colors similar to Restless Sea include Valspar Cadet Song, PPG Sailor's Coat, Sherwin-Williams Seaworthy. Restless Sea has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Restless Sea creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Restless Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Restless Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Restless Sea
#37515E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#505778
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Restless Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Restless 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 Restless 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.
Restless Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Restless Sea have?
Restless Sea by Behr has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match Restless Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are Cadet Song by Valspar (#334C57), Sailor's Coat by PPG (#334B58), Seaworthy by Sherwin-Williams (#314D58). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Restless Sea?
Restless Sea has an LRV of 7.5, 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 Restless Sea's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.