Ahoy Blue 336-5DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #4A7184, LRV 15 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nypd from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4A7184 · 336-5DB
Ahoy Blue
15%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ahoy Blue Technical Profile
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Ahoy Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ahoy Blue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAhoy Blue
Nearly identical
BehrNypd
Nypd
Behr
Nearly identical
Marine Bay
Kilz
Nearly identical
Photogenic
Valspar
Nearly identical
Inky Blue
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
San Miguel Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Georgian Bay
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cape Cod Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dusk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Smoke Blue
PPG
Very similar
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
De Nimes
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ahoy Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ahoy Blue
#4A7184
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#67709A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ahoy Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ahoy Blue 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Ahoy Blue.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ahoy Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ahoy Blue have?
Ahoy Blue by Dutch Boy 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 Ahoy Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ahoy Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ahoy Blue are Nypd by Behr (a near-identical match), Marine Bay by Kilz (a near-identical match), Photogenic by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ahoy Blue'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 Ahoy Blue?
Ahoy Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.9, 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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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 Ahoy Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.