North Sea CC-932 is a blue paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #2C3C4D, LRV 4 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Naval from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #2C3C4D · CC-932
North Sea
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
North Sea Technical Profile
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North Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to North Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreNorth Sea
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsNaval
Naval
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ocean'S Depth
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sorcerer
Behr
Very similar
Blazer Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dark & Stormy
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Star-Studded
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ocean Blue
RAL
Very similar
Time's Current
Valspar
Very similar
Cavalry
PPG
Visible difference
Fountain Pen
Kilz
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With North Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
North Sea
#2C3C4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#454567
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for North Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
North 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to North 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.
North Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does North Sea have?
North Sea by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 North Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match North Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to North Sea are Naval by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Ocean'S Depth by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), In the Navy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting North Sea'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 North Sea?
North Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 4.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why North Sea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.