Submarine Gray N470-7 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #36525B, LRV 8 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Under the Sea from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #36525B · N470-7
Submarine Gray
8%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Submarine Gray Technical Profile
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Submarine Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Submarine Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSubmarine Gray
Nearly identical
Vista PaintUnder the Sea
Under the Sea
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Encore Teal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Seaworthy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mountain Pine
PPG
Very similar
Everard Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Everglade Deck
Valspar
Very similar
Frozen Stream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Oceans Deep
Kilz
Very similar
Tailored Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Wool .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Azure Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Submarine Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Submarine Gray
#36525B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E5876
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Submarine Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Submarine Gray 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 Submarine Gray.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Submarine Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Submarine Gray have?
Submarine Gray 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 Submarine Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Submarine Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Submarine Gray are Under the Sea by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Encore Teal by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Seaworthy by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Submarine Gray'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 Submarine Gray?
Submarine Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.6, 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 Submarine Gray's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.