Ref. #2C3C4D · CC-932
North Sea
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
North Sea Technical Profile
What color is North Sea? It's a dark cool blue with the hex code #2C3C4D. Colors similar to North Sea include Sherwin-Williams Naval, Sherwin-Williams In the Navy, Behr Sorcerer. North Sea has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 4, North 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 North Sea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match North Sea from other brands?
The closest matches are Naval by Sherwin-Williams (#2F3D4C), In the Navy by Sherwin-Williams (#283849), Sorcerer by Behr (#2B3645). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of North Sea?
North Sea has an LRV of 4.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.