Under the Sea 693 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #496156, LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pine Haven from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #496156 · 693
Under the Sea
11%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Under the Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Under the 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 MooreUnder the Sea
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsPine Haven
Pine Haven
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Equilibrium
Behr
Nearly identical
Woodland Fern
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Plateau
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wilderness
Valspar
Very similar
Deep Shaded Grove
PPG
Very similar
Billiard Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Alpine Valley
Kilz
Very similar
Beverly
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Luscious Spruce
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Green Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Under the Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Under the Sea
#496156
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#588385
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Under the Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Under the 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 Under the Sea.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Under the Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Under the Sea have?
Under the Sea by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Under the Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Under the Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Under the Sea are Pine Haven by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Equilibrium by Behr (a near-identical match), Woodland Fern by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Under the 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 Under the Sea?
Under the Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Under the Sea's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.