Classical Navy 336-7DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #273A4A, 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.
Ref. #273A4A · 336-7DB
Classical Navy
4%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Classical Navy Technical Profile
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Classical Navy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classical Navy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyClassical Navy
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsIn the Navy
In the Navy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
North Sea
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ink Black
Behr
Very similar
In the Navy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Ocean Blue
RAL
Very similar
Time's Current
Valspar
Very similar
Dark & Stormy
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Star-Studded
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Sailor's Coat
PPG
Visible difference
Night Magic
Kilz
Visible difference
Hague Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Nourish .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classical Navy
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
Pure 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Classical Navy.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Classical Navy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classical Navy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classical Navy are In the Navy by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), North Sea by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Classical Navy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.