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San Francisco Bay
36%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
San Francisco Bay Technical Profile
What color is San Francisco Bay? It's a medium cool blue with the hex code #7AA8C6. Colors similar to San Francisco Bay include PPG Serene Sea, Kilz Florentine Blue, Dunn-Edwards Wandering River. San Francisco Bay has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives San Francisco Bay 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 San Francisco Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With San Francisco Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
San Francisco Bay
#7AA8C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8186B1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for San Francisco Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
San Francisco Bay 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 San Francisco Bay.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
San Francisco Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does San Francisco Bay have?
San Francisco Bay by Benjamin Moore has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the blue color family.
What colors match San Francisco Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Serene Sea by PPG (#78A7C3), Florentine Blue by Kilz (#83A9C4), Wandering River by Dunn-Edwards (#73A4C6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of San Francisco Bay?
San Francisco Bay has an LRV of 36.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why San Francisco Bay's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.