Ocean Blue D-6743 is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #4C6A74, LRV 13 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Azalea Leaf from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4C6A74 · D-6743
Ocean Blue
13%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Ocean Blue Technical Profile
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Ocean Blue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ocean 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 BoyOcean Blue
Nearly identical
PPGAzalea Leaf
Azalea Leaf
PPG
Nearly identical
Perfect Storm
Valspar
Nearly identical
Before the Storm
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Dusk Blue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Stained Glass
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Walk Me Home
Behr
Very similar
Waterloo
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wild River
Kilz
Very similar
Bowman Blue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Inchyra Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Gentian Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ocean Blue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Blue
#4C6A74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#616D92
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Blue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean 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 Ocean 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.
Ocean Blue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Blue have?
Ocean 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 Ocean Blue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ocean Blue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Blue are Azalea Leaf by PPG (a near-identical match), Perfect Storm by Valspar (a near-identical match), Before the Storm by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ocean 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 Ocean Blue?
Ocean Blue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 13.1, 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 Ocean Blue's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.