Classical Navy 336-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #273A4A, estimated LRV 4 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is In the Navy from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #273A4A · 336-7DB
Classical Navy
4%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Classical Navy Technical Profile
HEX Code#273A4A
RGB39, 58, 74
Estimated LRV4.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Classical Navy
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
In the Navy
Sherwin-Williams
#283849
Close digital match
North Sea
Benjamin Moore
#2C3C4D
Close digital match
Ink Black
Behr
#2F3E4A
Similar digital color
In the Navy
Vista Paint
#313B45
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#1D334A
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Time's Current
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#20415C
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Dark & Stormy
Dunn-Edwards
#353F51
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Star-Studded
Hirshfield's
#32425A
Visible digital difference
Sailor's Coat
PPG
#334B58
Visible digital difference
Night Magic
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#3C4348
Visible digital difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
#3D4E57
Visible digital difference
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
#313536
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Classical Navy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classical Navy
#273A4A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#424362
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classical Navy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classical Navy 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
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Classical Navy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classical Navy have?
Classical Navy by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Classical Navy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classical Navy are In the Navy by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), North Sea by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Naval by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match) — the best options for getting Classical Navy'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 Classical Navy?
Classical Navy has a estimated lightness value of 4.0, 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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