Sapphire Waters 139-6DB is a blue paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #4771A1, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lupine from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #4771A1 · 139-6DB
Sapphire Waters
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sapphire Waters Technical Profile
HEX Code#4771A1
RGB71, 113, 161
Estimated LRV15.7
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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#4E739F
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Colors That Work With Sapphire Waters
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sapphire Waters
#4771A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7573A8
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sapphire Waters
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sapphire Waters 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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Sapphire Waters — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sapphire Waters have?
Sapphire Waters 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 Sapphire Waters from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sapphire Waters are Lupine by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cobalt Flame by Behr (a close digital match), Nile Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sapphire Waters'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 Sapphire Waters?
Sapphire Waters has a estimated lightness value of 15.7, 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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